Trending Now - Giants Bolster Roster by Signing QB Brandon Allen

WHO:

Giants.com - Brandon Allen is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 209 pounds.

Giants.com - The New York Giants signed quarterback Brandon Allen.

NY Post - The Giants are making changes to their quarterback room.

Heavy NFL - Brandon Allen is a former starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos.

WHAT:

Giants.com - The Giants Draft Party will feature a "Look-a-Like" contest for fans, with winners receiving tickets to a home game for the 2026 season and autographed items.

Giants.com - Allen threw a career-long 75-yard touchdown to tight end Noah Fant during his NFL debut on November 3rd, 2019.

Giants.com - Allen also threw a 72-yard touchdown to wide receiver Tyler Boyd in 2020 while playing for Cincinnati.

Giants.com - Allen played for the Titans during the 2025 NFL season under head coach Brian Callahan, who was also his offensive coordinator in Cincinnati.

Giants.com - The Giants Draft Party will feature a live DJ, meet-and-greet opportunities with Giants Legends, and a "Look-a-Like" contest for fans.

Giants.com - The Giants will provide up-to-the-minute coverage across all platforms throughout April 2026 leading up to the NFL Draft.

Giants.com - Brandon Allen totaled 7,463 passing yards at the University of Arkansas, ranking third in program history.

Giants.com - Allen made 38 career starts at Arkansas, including a streak of 34 consecutive starts, the longest for an Arkansas quarterback since joining the SEC in 1992.

Giants.com - Allen finished second in program history in career pass completions (583) and attempts (1,016), and third in completion percentage (57.4).

Giants.com - Allen has spent time with the Bengals from 2020 to 2023 and with the 49ers from 2023 to 2025.

Giants.com - Allen has thrown two career touchdowns of 70+ yards, including a 72-yard touchdown to Tyler Boyd in 2020.

Giants.com - Brandon Allen has been signed as a quarterback by the New York Giants.

Giants.com - Allen has appeared in 19 games with 10 starts in his NFL career.

Giants.com - Allen has completed 183 of 323 passes (56.7 percent) for 1,882 yards, with 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions.

Giants.com - Allen becomes the third quarterback on the Giants' roster, joining Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston.

WHERE:

Giants.com - Allen has played for teams including the Jaguars, Rams, Broncos, Bengals, 49ers, and Titans.

WHEN:

Giants.com - The 2026 Giants Draft Night Block Party will take place on April 23rd, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with main stage programming starting at 7:00 PM.

Giants.com - A live Draft preview and call-in show will air on WFAN on April 20th, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET, and a recap show will air on April 26th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM ET.

Giants.com - A complete draft recap show will be presented by NBC-4NY on April 30th, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET.

Giants.com - The Giants Draft Night Block Party will take place on April 23rd, 2026, at Hudson Yards, New York, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with main stage programming starting at 7:00 PM.

Giants.com - The 2026 Giants Draft Night Block Party will take place on April 23rd, 2026, at Hudson Yards, New York.

Giants.com - Allen was a Manning Passing Academy counselor in 2015.

Giants.com - Allen was originally selected in the sixth round (No. 201 overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Giants.com - Allen made his NFL debut and won his first career start on November 3rd, 2019.

Giants.com - Allen threw a career-long 75-yard touchdown on November 3rd, 2019.

Giants.com - Allen played for the Titans during the 2025 NFL season.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - The Giants are signing Allen as a potential backup quarterback to enhance their quarterback depth.

Heavy NFL - The Giants are signing Allen as a potential backup quarterback.

NY Post - The Giants are making adjustments to their quarterback position.

HOW:

Giants.com - Allen's signing is part of the Giants' preparations for spring practices.

Giants.com - Allen was signed to bolster the Giants' quarterback roster as they prepare for spring practices.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 05:39 UTC)

The 2026 Giants Draft Night Block Party is set for April 23rd, running from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with main stage programming kicking off at 7:00 PM. Fans can tune in for a live Draft preview and call-in show on WFAN April 20th from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET, followed by a recap show April 26th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM ET. Additionally, NBC-4NY will air a complete draft recap show April 30th at 7:30 PM ET, and the Draft Party will include a "Look-a-Like" contest where winners can snag tickets to a home game and autographed items.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 04:00 UTC)

The Giants are signing quarterback Allen to bolster their quarterback depth, as he brings experience from his time with the Titans in the 2025 season under head coach Brian Callahan. Allen made a splash in his NFL debut November 3rdrd, 2019, with a career-long 75-yard touchdown pass to tight end Noah Fant, and he followed that up with a 72-yard touchdown to wide receiver Tyler Boyd in 2020 while with Cincinnati. Fans can look forward to the Giants Draft Night Block Party April 23rd, at Hudson Yards in New York, with festivities kicking off at 3:30 PM and main stage programming starting at 7:00 PM.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 01:21 UTC)

The 2026 Giants Draft Night Block Party is set for April 23rd at Hudson Yards in New York. This exciting event will include a live DJ, chances to meet Giants Legends, and a fun "Look-a-Like" contest for fans. Throughout April, the Giants will also offer up-to-the-minute coverage across all platforms as they gear up for the NFL Draft.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 23:12 UTC)

Brandon Allen has made a significant mark in college football, totaling 7,463 passing yards at the University of Arkansas, which ranks third in the program's history. He also achieved 38 career starts, including an impressive streak of 34 consecutive games, the longest for an Arkansas quarterback since the school joined the SEC in 1992. Additionally, Allen finished second in career pass completions and attempts, while securing third place in completion percentage, and he served as a counselor at the Manning Passing Academy in 2015.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 21:14 UTC)

The New York Giants are signing quarterback Brandon Allen, who stands 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 209 pounds, as a potential backup. Allen has previously played with the Bengals from 2020 to 2023 and the 49ers from 2023 to 2025, throwing two career touchdowns of over 70 yards, including a notable 72-yard touchdown to Tyler Boyd in 2020. His signing is part of the Giants' preparations for spring practices, and he also served as a counselor at the Manning Passing Academy in 2015.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 17:21 UTC)

The New York Giants have signed quarterback Brandon Allen as they make adjustments to their quarterback room. Allen, a former starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos, has appeared in 19 games with 10 starts during his NFL career, completing 183 of 323 passes for 1,882 yards, with 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions. He joins Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston as the third quarterback on the Giants' roster, as the team prepares for spring practices.