The top remaining NFL free agent, former New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins, is leaving the franchise that drafted him. ESPN's Adam Schefter first reported the news.
The New York Post reported Wednesday that the New York Giants' final offer to the former Ohio State star was a four-year, $28 million deal.
The Indianapolis Colts beat it handsomely.
Former Giants' DT Johnathan Hankins, the top-rated available free agent, is signing a 3-year, $30M deal with Colts, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 13, 2017
Johnathan Hankins' new 3-year deal with the Colts includes $14.5 million guaranteed, per slice.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 13, 2017
The Giants drafted Hankins in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He appeared in all 16 games last season, compiling 43 combined tackles, 3 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.
In Indy, Hankins joins former Silver Bullet teammate John Simon, who signed a three-year deal back in March.
