Belton, a 2022 fourth-round pick out of Iowa, spent his first four NFL seasons with the Giants, where he became a reliable backup safety and special teams contributor. During his tenure, he appeared in 66 games (22 starts), providing depth in the secondary and making several key plays.
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His versatility and performance on special teams made him a valuable depth piece for the Giants.
The Jets will sign Belton to a one-year, $4 million contract that could be worth up to $6 million total.
The Giants addressed Belton’s departure by reportedly agreeing to terms with defensive back Ar’Darius Washington. Washington, a former Baltimore Raven with five years of experience, brings familiarity with the schemes and adds depth to the Giants’ secondary after the loss.
Belton’s transition to the Jets adds intrigue to the intrastate rivalry as both teams look to strengthen their defenses ahead of the new league year.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Jets poach New York Giants, agree to terms with Dane Belton