The New York Giants are in the final stages of bringing back their most experienced offensive lineman.
Nate Solder and the team have agreed in principle to a reworked deal which makes way for the veteran tackle's return to New York, ¹ú²úÍâÁ÷ÍøNetwork Insider Ian Rapoport reports, per a source.
The two sides are working out the final details, but Solder is staying with the Giants barring any last-minute hiccups, Rapoport added.
Solder, 32, opted out of the 2020 season because of family concerns amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Once making it known he was intending to play in 2021, the Giants had a decision to make when it came to affording the 10-year veteran. Solder was due $10 million and would cost $16.5 million against the cap before it was learned a reworked deal was in place.
Retaining Solder is a solid reinforcement for a Giants offensive line that has already lost a starter in Kevin Zeitler, who was released earlier this week because of cap issues. Along with last year's No. 4 overall pick Andrew Thomas, who made strides in his rookie season, the Giants have a solid pair of tackles to protect quarterback Daniel Jones as he enters a crucial third season.
