The New York Giants didn't expect linebacker Arvell Reese to fall into their laps at No. Baumgardner said that Reese should become a playmaker in New York's defense early on in his rookie year. That's a tall order, especially at a position that typically takes time to grow into, but the Giants' rookie is more than ready for it. Arvell Reese has the tools to exceed Giants expectations in 2026Reese is expected to begin the season as Big Blue's starting inside linebacker, next to veteran Tremaine Edmunds. The rookie split his time at Ohio State almost evenly between the off-ball linebacker and edge rusher positions.