Giants' Jermaine Eluemunor fires back at weight criticism after viral video
New York Giants offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor has faced fresh scrutiny over his weight after a video from OTAs went viral. Fans and analysts reacted strongly to his appearance, with some questioning whether he was in peak condition. The 27-year-old, who recently re-signed on a lucrative deal, has now addressed the criticism directly.
The debate began when MLFootball reposted a clip of Eluemunor with a caption claiming he looked 'OVERWEIGHT' and had been 'eating too much'. The video quickly spread, prompting mixed reactions from supporters. One fan commented under Eluemunor’s post, joking, 'This is exactly how I want my right tackle built lmao.'
Eluemunor, listed at 6' 4" and 338 pounds on the Giants’ official website, initially brushed off the backlash. He replied to critics with a light-hearted 'Bad angle leave me alone lol.' But as the discussion grew, he felt compelled to respond more firmly to the concerns.
The veteran lineman, drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2017, has since played for the Patriots, Dolphins, Jaguars, and Raiders before joining the Giants in 2022. His strong performances over the past two seasons in New York convinced the team to offer him a three-year, $39 million contract extension earlier this year.
Despite the social media buzz, Eluemunor remains a key part of the Giants’ offensive line plans. His recent contract reflects the team’s confidence in his abilities on the field. How he performs in the upcoming season will likely shape further discussions about his fitness and role.
