JOHN MICHAEL SCHMITZ JR. #61 - CENTER - NEW YORK GIANTS
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'Decent' game by Arvell Reese shows why the Giants saw him as an every-down linebacker

Arvell Reese had the kind of game against Arizona that shows why the New York Giants selected him with the fifth pick in the draft with the intention of using him as an every-down...
7 HOURS AGO • Associated Press
Bryan Hudson gave Giants every reason to rethink John Michael Schmitz Bryan Hudson made the most of his first NFL start, giving the New York Giants plenty to think about at center moving forward.
9 HOURS AGO • GMENHQ.COM

Giants hold on to beat the Titans 12-7 in their first game without quarterback Jaxson Dart

Relying on running the ball in their first game without quarterback Jaxson Dart, the New York Giants beat the Tennessee Titans 12-7 but lost their most important defensive player,...
SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press
Not on Wednesday's injury report Michael Schmitz (concussion) was not listed on the Giants' official injury report Wednesday.
Impact Michael Schmitz spent some time recovering from a concussion in August, but it looks like he'll be ready to go for Week 1 versus the Cowboys. He should resume his starting role at center Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Giants quietly gave John Michael Schmitz his biggest vote of confidence yet The New York Giants made a sneaky roster decision that says a whole lot about how John Harbaugh really feels about John Michael Schmitz.
SEPTEMBER 8 • GMENHQ.COM

Giants sign QB Jameis Winston and left guard Jon Runyan to 2-year extensions, AP source says

The New York Giants took care of some contract business on Labor Day weekend ahead of the start of the season, signing backup quarterback James Winston and starting left guard Jon...
SEPTEMBER 6 • Associated Press
Giants starter has 30 million reasons to prove his doubters wrong in 2026 John Michael Schmitz Jr. has teetered on the edge of capable starter and glaring weakness since he was drafted in 2023. The New York Giants...
SEPTEMBER 6 • GMENHQ.COM
Jaxson Dart's next preseason test could come with a major upgrade New York Giants center John Michael Schmitz has returned to practice following a concussion, and quarterback Jaxson Dart should be ecstatic.
AUGUST 19 • GMENHQ.COM
Giants get John Michael Schmitz back just as the pressure starts to mount The New York Giants are getting a key starter back at the perfect time, and Saturday could quietly carry a little extra weight.
AUGUST 18 • GMENHQ.COM
Giants Have a Glaring Weakness at Center — And an Old Friend Could Be the Fix With John Michael Schmitz banged up and depth thin behind him, New York may want to revisit a reunion with veteran Greg Van Roten.
AUGUST 11 • SI.COM
Dealing with concussion Michael Schmitz (concussion) did not participate at the Giants' training camp practice Monday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Impact Michael Schmitz left practice with a head injury Friday, and coach John Harbaugh confirmed Monday that he is recovering from a concussion. With veteran Lucas Patrick nursing a knee injury, Bryan Hudson could be in line to get some first-team reps at center.
AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Giants return home for camp in makeshift conditions because of construction

The New York Giants resumed training camp back home at their practice facility that's a work in progress because of construction
AUGUST 10 • Associated Press
Misses Saturday's practice Michael Schmitz (head) did not participate in Saturday's training camp practice, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Michael Schmitz left Friday's practice and is being evaluated for a possible concussion, per Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Lucas Patrick (ankle) also left Friday's session early, prompting the Giants to sign Brenden Jaimes to add depth at center.
AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE
3 veterans Giants must consider to replace John Michael Schmitz When John Harbaugh became the head coach of the New York Giants, it was assumed that he would try to bring former Ravens center Tyler Linder...
AUGUST 8 • GMENHQ.COM
NFL analyst suggests the Giants are considering an absurd John Michael Schmitz decision Pro Football Focus should stick to its controversial grading system.
AUGUST 7 • GMENHQ.COM
Giants have 37 million reasons to question their former second-round pick The New York Giants have a John Michael Schmitz problem that’s getting harder to ignore.
JULY 24 • GMENHQ.COM
The Giants may have a John Michael Schmitz problem they should welcome For better or worse, the New York Giants have stuck with center John Michael Schmitz Jr. through the ups and downs of his young NFL career....
JULY 11 • GMENHQ.COM
Giants Huddle | Offensive Line On this episode of the Giants Huddle podcast, John Schmeelk is joined by offensive linemen Marcus Mbow, Jon Runyan, Andrew Thomas, John Mich...
JUNE 30 • GIANTS.COM
Joe Tippmann extension gives Jets rare chance to laugh in Giants' faces The New York Jets can laugh at the rival New York Giants after extending Joe Tippmann amid their own offensive linemen, John Michael Schmitz...
JUNE 15 • THEJETPRESS.COM
NY Giants C John Michael Schmitz gets challenged by John Harbaugh, Matt Nagy in new scheme As John Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy are implementing a new scheme on the New York Giants, and that has brought new challeng...
MAY 25 • BOLAVIP.COM
New York Giants Mailbag: Navigating the O-Line Hierarchy, Joe Schoen, and Roster Questions Answering fan questions on John Michael Schmitz's real competition, why the front office won't give up on Jaxson Dart, and more.
MAY 23 • SI.COM
Facing competition Schmitz (finger) may face competition for the center position in 2026, Paul Dottino of SI.com reports.
Impact Head coach John Harbaugh's entrance means that nothing is a given on the Giants' roster. The Giants added Lucas Patrick this offseason, and he could be in the mix for the starting center job with a strong offseason program and training camp.
MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Shocking Bears news just forced Giants to run it back with John Michael Schmitz Chicago Bears news just complicated the New York Giants' plans at center and may force a familiar decision up front.
MARCH 3 • GMENHQ.COM
Giants' potential free agent splash could seal fate of major draft bust The New York Giants had high hopes for John Michael Schmitz, but he never delivered and is now at risk of being replaced by Tyler Linderbaum...
FEBRUARY 19 • GMENHQ.COM
Inside the Film Room: John Michael Schmitz Jr. Bob Papa and Shaun O'Hara break down the film of center John Michael Schmitz Jr.
FEBRUARY 17 • GIANTS.COM
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