New York Giants Reach Agreement with Safety Jason Pinnock The New York Giants have reached an agreement with safety Jason Pinnock, pending a physical examination. The move marks Pinnock’s return to the team after a season with the San Francisco 49ers, where he made 17 appearances and started seven games. Prior to joining the 49ers, Pinnock spent three seasons with the Giants from 2022 to 2024, during which he played in 46 games and started 37. Throughout his career, Pinnock has accumulated notable statistics, including 263 total tackles (13 for loss), 11 passes defensed, 11 quarterback hits, 6.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and two interceptions. His most memorable play for the Giants came in 2023, when he intercepted a pass and returned it 102 yards for a touchdown. This performance tied him with Erich Barnes for the longest interception return in Giants history, as Barnes achieved the same feat in 1961 against the Dallas Cowboys. Pinnock’s 102-yard return also joined Henry Carr’s 101-yard touchdown in 1966 as the third instance in Giants history where an interception was returned at least 100 yards. Pinnock entered the NFL as a fifth-round draft pick by the New York Jets in 2021. Before his professional career, he played college football at the University of Pittsburgh, where he appeared in 42 games over four seasons (2017–2020). His return to the Giants adds depth to the team’s secondary, particularly with his ability to contribute both as a pass defender and a return specialist. The physical examination is the next step in finalizing the deal, which is expected to be completed soon.#san_francisco_49ers #new_york_giants #new_york_jets #jason_pinnock #university_of_pittsburgh
