New York Giants Honors Crucial Role of Arvell Reese in Defining Defense Milestones

The New York Giants recently hosted Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese for a pre-draft top-30 visit, joining the New York Jets in bringing in the highly regarded prospect for in-depth evaluations. Arye Pulli of Sports Illustrated reports that these meetings took place earlier this week, allowing Reese to connect with both NFC East rivals amid the opening of NFL free agency. Reese was hosted by the Jets and the New York Giants for a pre-draft top 30 visit earlier this week, OnSI has learned.

Reese, who is ranked the third-highest player on ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper's post-Combine big board, discreetly navigated New York, meeting with both teams as the NFL free agency period began. He's an option for the Jets at pick No. 2 and for the Giants at pick No.

5. Reese, a 6-foot-4, 241-pound versatile defender from Cleveland, Ohio, emerged as a standout in his junior season with the Buckeyes in 2025. He recorded 69 tackles, 6.

5 sacks, and earned consensus All-American honors, First-Team All-Big Ten recognition, and Big Ten Linebacker of the Year. At the NFL Scouting Combine, he impressed with a 4. 46-second 40-yard dash and versatility to play off-ball linebacker or edge rusher.