Free agency is in full steam and several former Ohio State football players have either signed or re-signed with teams over the last couple of days. From Malcolm Jenkins rejoining the Saints, to Eli Apple agreeing on a contract with the Raiders, it’s all coming together.
The latest news comes out of the northeast. Former Buckeye Nate Ebner is leaving New England and has reportedly set to join the New York Giants according to sources close to Ian Rapoport.
Ebner has always been a special teams star, but his story is one that goes much deeper than just once upon a time playing for Ohio State. He’s also an Olympian on the U.S.A.’s rugby team and has received permission in the past from the Patriots to participate.
The #Giants are bringing in a familiar face for coach Joe Judge, as former #Patriots special teams ace Nate Ebner is set to join NYG, source said. The ex-rugby star had been with New England since 2012.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2020
By signing Ebner, the Giants know exactly what they are getting. He knows his role and excels at it. He’s all out on special teams and that’s what he’ll be in New York as well. With the pending signing, the team will be getting leadership and a work ethic like none other.
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