Giants Host Free Agent Center Ryan Bates

The New York Giants hosted center Ryan Bates for a free agent visit on Monday. Bates, 29, spent the last two seasons with the Bears after a five-year stint with the Bills. The Giants are currently seeking a backup center to support starter John Michael Schmitz Jr. Bates' 2024 season was limited to 19 games and two starts due to shoulder, elbow, and concussion issues.