Darius Muasau: Everything you need to know

Muasau (ankle) started 11 of the 12 games in which he played in 2025, totaling 51 tackles (including 1.0 sacks) and one defensed pass. Muasau began the campaign in a rotational role, but Micah McFadden suffered a foot injury in Week 1 and never returned to game action, leaving the former with a starting role. Muasau dealt with injuries as well -- he spent four games on IR due to an ankle injury and also sat out one contest early in the campaign due to a concussion -- but he typically logged defensive snap counts north of 60 percent when he was healthy. Muasau suffered an ankle injury in Week 18, and it's unclear if it's an issue that will affect his availability for OTAs. He has two years remaining on his rookie contract and should play a role on defense for the Giants next year, though whether or not he'll continue to start could depend on the health of the team's other inside linebackers.

Muasau (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports. Muasau exited Sunday's contest with an ankle injury, and it's up in the air whether he'll be able to get back onto the field in Week 18. With the Giants mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, they may opt to play things safe with Muasau and give some extra reps to Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles.

Muasau totaled nine tackles (three solo) during the Giants' loss versus the Commanders on Sunday. Muasau spent the last five weeks on injured reserve due to an ankle injury but had a strong outing in his return, compiling a team-high nine tackles. With Micah McFadden still out following foot surgery, Muasau should continue to serve as one of the Giants' starting inside linebackers alongside Bobby Okereke during the Week 16 matchup against the Vikings.