Quick Info
| Profession | American football cornerback |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/05/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Greg Newsome II
The New York Giants officially signed cornerback Greg Newsome II as a free agent after agreeing terms on March 10, 2026. The one-year deal was reported at around $8 million, and it came as the team looked to strengthen its cornerback group. Newsome had been traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Jacksonville Jaguars in October 2025 before reaching free agency.
The Cleveland Browns traded Greg Newsome II to the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 9, 2025, ending his time with the club that had drafted him 26th overall in 2021. He had started in the Browns secondary for several seasons, including a stint moving between outside cornerback and nickel. He went on to play 12 games with Jacksonville that season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Greg Newsome II is an American professional football cornerback who plays for the New York Giants of the NFL. He was selected in the first round (26th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns. He signed a one-year free agent contract with the Giants in March 2026. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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| Weight | 192 lb |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College | Northwestern University |
Career
| NFL Draft | 2021, Round 1, 26th overall, Cleveland Browns |
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| College Career | Northwestern Wildcats, 2018-2020 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His 2020 college season included nine pass breakups, which led the Big Ten. | |
| 2. He was ranked as the third-best cornerback prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft by Pro Football Focus. | |
| 3. He attended IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. | |
| 4. He lettered three times in basketball during high school. |
