Giants reward corner Greg Newsome II with $46 million contract extension

The Giants are rewarding one of their offseason signings based off his performance through six games.Cornerback Greg Newsome II has agreed to a three-year, $46 million contract extension with Big Blue, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Tuesday.The deal includes $32 million guaranteed.Newsome II, 26, joined the Giants on a one-year, $8 million contract during the offseason after spending last season with the Jaguars.He has been a steady presence and helped stabilize the cornerback position alongside a resurgent Deonte Banks.Newsome II has 25 tackles, one interception and six passes defended in his six appearances.

He missed the win over the Texans with an injury.This is a breaking news story.Check back for updates....