New York Giants Retired Numbers & 2026 Roster
Posted by JerseyZenith on Oct 25th 2026
- The Eli Manning jersey number is 10.
- The Giants retired the first number in pro football, Ray Flaherty's 1, in 1935.
- They unretired it in 2024 for Malik Nabers, with the Flaherty family's permission.
- Eli Manning's 10 and Michael Strahan's 92 were retired in 2021.
- Jaxson Dart wears 6 on the October 2026 roster.
This guide covers the Giants' retired numbers, the numbers back in use and the 2026 roster numbers fans buy most. It does not cover the NFL's position rules, which have their own guide.
Giants retired numbers
| Number | Honoree | Position and years | Retired |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ray Flaherty | End, 1928–1935 | 1935; unretired in 2024 |
| 3 | Len Grant | Tackle, 1930–1937 | 1938; returned to use in 1966 |
| 4 | Tuffy Leemans | Running back, 1936–1943 | 1940 |
| 7 | Mel Hein | Center and linebacker, 1931–1945 | 1963 |
| 10 | Eli Manning | Quarterback, 2004–2019 | September 26, 2021 |
| 11 | Phil Simms | Quarterback, 1979–1993 | September 4, 1995 |
| 14 | Ward Cuff and Y. A. Tittle | Halfback; quarterback | 1946 and 1965 |
| 16 | Frank Gifford | Halfback and receiver, 1952–1964 | October 19, 2000 |
| 32 | Al Blozis | Tackle, 1942–1944 | 1945 |
| 40 | Joe Morrison | Running back, 1959–1972 | 1972 |
| 42 | Charlie Conerly | Quarterback, 1948–1961 | 1962 |
| 50 | Ken Strong | Halfback, 1933–1947 | 1947 |
| 56 | Lawrence Taylor | Linebacker, 1981–1993 | October 11, 1994 |
| 92 | Michael Strahan | Defensive end, 1993–2007 | November 28, 2021 |
The Giants have more retired numbers than most teams. Flaherty's 1 in 1935 was the first number retired in professional football. The Giants returned it to use in 2024 for Malik Nabers, who got permission from the Flaherty family. Grant's 3 was retired after he was killed by lightning while golfing in 1938, and returned to service in 1966 at Pete Gogolak's request. Number 14 honors both Cuff and Tittle. Blozis was honored after his death.
Who wears what in 2026
| Player | Number | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Jaxson Dart | 6 | Quarterback |
| Malik Nabers | 1 | Wide receiver |
| Abdul Carter | 3 | Linebacker |
| Cam Skattebo | 44 | Running back |
| Kayvon Thibodeaux | 5 | Linebacker |
| Brian Burns | 0 | Linebacker |
| Jevon Holland | 8 | Safety |
| Darnell Mooney | 17 | Wide receiver |
Rosters change during the season, so confirm a player is still on the team before you order a name and number.
Two numbers back in use: 1 and 3
Two retired numbers are being worn again. Malik Nabers wears 1, which the Giants unretired in 2024 with the Flaherty family's permission. Abdul Carter wears 3, a number that had been returned to service decades ago. If you search for a Nabers jersey, you will see the number 1 that once honored Flaherty. Both are exceptions on a list that is otherwise closed.
Famous numbers in Giants history
Eli Manning's 10 and Michael Strahan's 92 were both retired in 2021. Lawrence Taylor's 56 was retired in 1994 and Phil Simms' 11 in 1995. Frank Gifford's 16 followed in 2000. Odell Beckham Jr. and Cam Skattebo are popular modern names, though their numbers are not retired. Fans looking for "Eli Manning Giants jersey" want the 10.
Choosing a listed name and number
A listed historical player jersey can represent a retired number. Check the actual name and number on the product. The Giants jersey collection lists current players first, and the throwback jerseys suit a legend's number best. For position ranges, see the NFL jersey number rules.
Which Giants numbers fans buy
Dart’s 6 and Nabers’ 1 identify current players in the cited roster; Manning’s 10 represents a retired honoree. To see how each era looked, read the Giants uniform history, and for every style the team wears this year, see the Giants jerseys 2026 guide.
Ring of Honor versus number retirement
The Giants Ring of Honor recognizes franchise contributions; number retirement is a separate designation. No. 1 is a documented example of a retired honor followed by authorized reuse, rather than evidence that Flaherty’s career stopped being honored. No. 3 is also back in circulation. A current No. 3 jersey therefore needs a player name, such as Abdul Carter, to distinguish it from a historical Len Grant tribute.
Jersey numbers FAQ
Which New York Giants retired numbers are back in use?
The historical list includes 1 and 3, both returned to circulation. Nabers received permission from the Flaherty family to wear 1 in 2024.
What is the Eli Manning jersey number?
No. 10, retired September 26, 2021.
What is the Jaxson Dart jersey number?
No. 6 on the roster cited here.
What is the Malik Nabers jersey number?
No. 1 on the official Giants roster checked October 27, 2026.
What is the Lawrence Taylor jersey number?
No. 56, retired in 1994.
Sources
- Wikipedia, New York Giants (retired numbers and notes)
- ESPN, New York Giants roster (Oct 25, 2026)
- Giants retired-number history (checked Oct. 27, 2026, search summary)
- Giants Nabers permission announcement (checked Oct. 27, 2026, search summary)
- Giants roster (checked Oct. 27, 2026, search summary)