Micah McFadden will undergo foot surgery and miss a significant portion of the season, likely shortening his time in 2025. New York GM/coach staff expect a return later in the year as Darius Muasau steps into a larger role. Xavier Gipson was claimed off waivers from the Jets, adding a return/game-breaking element to the Giants’ special teams. Muasau’s expanded duties should boost IDP upside for fantasy owners while Gipson’s avenue to meaningful touches remains limited but noteworthy.

McFadden’s contract-year timeline adds urgency for Muasau to seize the opportunity, and for Giants defenders to minimize the drop in tackles. The Waivers move for Gipson signals Giants’ intent to fortify depth and versatility, potentially affecting usage patterns for special teams and situational offense. Overall, Muasau’s workload and Gipson’s role are the two fantasy levers to monitor in the coming weeks.