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Giants Cut Veteran, Keep Younger Lineman
1 Sep
Summary
- Veteran Lucas Patrick was released by the Giants.
- Bryan Hudson, a second-year center, made the roster.
- Youth and long-term value influenced the decision.
The New York Giants have made a notable roster decision, releasing veteran interior lineman Lucas Patrick while retaining second-year center Bryan Hudson. This move, made on Monday, September 1, 2026, comes after one of the most competitive position battles during training camp. Head coach John Harbaugh cited "youth" and the "long-term value" as the primary factors in choosing Hudson, who has more football ahead of him.
Hudson has earned the backup center job and a place as the team's ninth offensive lineman. However, this decision does not conclude the search for depth at the center position. Reports indicate that the Giants are actively looking to acquire another center to challenge starter John Michael Schmitz before their season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. Schmitz, a 2023 second-round pick, has shown mixed production, with a PFF grade ranking him 29th among qualified centers in 2025.
