Markus Golden

The Cardinals have acquired DL Markus Golden from the Giants in exchange for a 2021 sixth-round draft pick.

Fantasy Impact

Arizona takes on his $3.65 million cap hit as they try to contend in a loaded NFC West. Meanwhile, the Giants' playoff chances took a hit with Thursday's loss to the Eagles.

The Giants officially re-signed DE Markus Golden to a one-year deal.

Fantasy Impact

The Giants used the "UFA tender" on Golden this offseason. The 29-year-old totaled 10 sacks last season. His new contract is worth up to $5.1 million.

LB Markus Golden has been placed on an unrestricted free agent tender by the New York Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Golden is still free to negotiate with other teams around the league, but if he goes unsigned by July 22, he’ll remain a member of the Giants for the 2020 season. After four productive years in Arizona, the former 2nd round pick had a fantastic 2019 in New York, accumulating a career-high 72 tackles to go along with 10 sacks. The Giants are hopeful to have Golden back for another year.

Markus Golden ended Sunday’s loss to the Bears with four total tackles and one sack.

Fantasy Impact

Golden leads all Giants with 7.5 sacks through Week 12. He should be played in deeper IDP leagues only as he is sitting at 47 total tackles during that same span.

Markus Golden finished Sunday’s loss to the Jets with four total tackles and one sack.

Fantasy Impact

Golden is fourth in the team in total tackles with 43 through Week 10. He should only be played in super deep IDP leagues.