
S · New York Giants
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'0"
Weight
206 lbs
Age
24
College
California
Draft
2024, Rd 6, #198
Experience
2 yrs
S Rank
#143 / 197
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 6 | — | — | 1 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Updated Jan 1, 1970
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.0M
AAV
$1.0M/yr
The Giants struck solid value with Patrick McMorris on a modest $1.0M deal, earning a B+ CVI that reflects smart depth acquisition at the safety position. While McMorris profiles as a depth piece rather than a starter, his production level justifies this minimal financial commitment for a team looking to shore up their secondary reserves. At just $1M annually, New York is essentially getting organizational depth insurance with minimal risk — the kind of low-stakes signing that can pay dividends if injuries strike or if McMorris develops beyond expectations. The one-year structure gives both sides flexibility, allowing the Giants to evaluate his fit without long-term obligation while providing McMorris a chance to prove he deserves a larger role. This represents the type of shrewd roster building that championship teams execute regularly — finding competent depth players who can contribute on special teams and step in when needed without breaking the salary cap bank.
Patrick McMorris' D- grade with the Giants reflects a young safety who hasn't made a meaningful impact in New York's rebuilding defense. The developmental defensive back has shown some raw athletic ability, but the processing speed and instincts needed to play safety at the NFL level haven't caught up yet. McMorris' tackle numbers are minimal, and he hasn't generated the turnovers or big plays that would earn more playing time. The Giants need reliable contributors in their secondary, and McMorris isn't providing that yet. His D- grade is a reflection of a player still far from being ready for a significant role. New York will need to see dramatic improvement to keep him on the 53-man roster long-term.
A low-risk depth addition at safety that carries minimal upside or downside. Five headlines covered the signing, mostly pairing McMorris with McCormick as a routine roster move. McMorris is a fringe roster player without significant NFL starting experience, signaling a camp-body role. Fans see this as standard offseason roster-building, not a meaningful upgrade to San Francisco's safety room. McMorris will battle for a practice squad spot and is unlikely to make the 53-man roster.
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Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
C-
2025
(50% weight)
F
2024
(30% weight)