Giants WR Darius Slayton Changes Agents

Darius Slayton‘s 2024 future is not believed to be in doubt, but he recently made a move with his upcoming free agency in mind. The Giants wideout is now represented by Athletes First, per an announcement from his new representatives.

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Slayton signed a two-year deal in 2022 to remain in New York. The 27-year-old has played with the Giants for each of his five seasons, leading the team in receiving four times. He remained absent from spring practices while aiming for a contract adjustment, and he received it in the form of incentives being added for 2024.

In spite of that, Slayton would have been on board with a trade out of New York. The Giants drafted Malik Nabers at No. 6 overall, adding further to their recent investments in rookies at the receiver position. Wan’Dale Robinson and Jalin Hyatt are also set to take on notable roles in the team’s passing game. If Slayton’s spot in the WR pecking order was under serious threat, he would have welcomed a change of scenery.

However, New York has not given thought to a trade at any point. Slayton has received at least 71 targets four times in his career, and he set a new personal mark in receiving yards (770) last season. The presence of Nabers and any development from the Giants’ recent draftees could limit his playing time to a degree, but Slayton should remain a key member of the team’s offense for at least one more campaign

The receiver market witnessed another major jump this offseason, with the top of the market reaching $35MM per season. Slayton will not approach that figure on his next contract, regardless of how well he performs in 2024. Still, his value will be determined in large part by his showing this year as quarterback Daniel Jones and Co. look to deliver a much-needed step forward on offense. When Slayton next hits free agency, he will have a spent a full campaign with new representation.