The New York Giants’ defensive line has become the team’s biggest strength. Helping propel the unit’s successful start to this season is the breakout of former top-five pick Kayvon Thibodeaux.

Thibodeaux had been a bit up and down in recent seasons, struggling to find a consistently high level to play at. But this season, he has taken a step forward — and is earning himself a massive payday in the process.

Kayvon Thibodeaux has increased his market value

The Giants picked up the fifth-year option on Thibodeaux’s rookie contract, putting him under contract for the 2026 season. However, the Giants might not want Thibodeaux to play out the final year of this deal, and could opt to sign him to an extension this offseason.

According to Spotrac ( h/t @WBG84 on X ), Thibodeaux has a projected

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