Another former Colt is on his way to the Giants during this year’s free-agent period. The Giants agreed to terms on a deal with wideout Parris Campbell, as first reported (on Twitter) by The Score’s Jordan Schultz. ESPN’s Jordan Raanan tweets that it is a one-year contract.
Campbell had a forgettable first three seasons in Indianapolis as he struggled to stay healthy. Numerous injury problems limited him to just 15 games played from 2019-21, a highly disappointing development given his college production and status as a second-round pick. Things took a positive turn this past campaign, however.
The 25-year-old easily set career highs in a number of categories in 2022. He registered 63 catches for 623 yards and three touchdowns, as he was finally able to put together a full, healthy season. Campbell ranked second on the Colts in receiving yards, as the team struggled throughout the season to muster a capable passing attack. The Ohio State alumnus nevertheless helped his free-agent stock with his production.
Campbell represented one of several depth receiver options in this year’s less-than-stellar class of available wideouts. Given his age, and proven ability (albeit in only one year) to remain on the field, he could represent valuable upside on this new deal. His departure will leave the Colts – a team that already boasted an underwhelming WR corps outside of Michael Pittman Jr. – even thinner at the position, one which is likely to once again be a priority for them in the latter stages of free agency and the draft.
By heading to New York, Campbell will join linebacker Bobby Okereke in signing with the Giants after a stint with the Colts. The 6-foot, 208-pounder will provide the team with a new secondary wideout as it looks to rework the pass-catching corps. That effort has resulted in a trade which saw the Giants acquire Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller, something that should boost the team’s passing efficiency in the middle of the field. Campbell can help in that regard or on the perimeter as a starting-caliber option on a low-cost, potentially high-upside deal.
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