How many years has John Michael Schmitz been with the Giants?

Schmitz is entering his fourth NFL season with the Giants, who drafted him in the second round (No. 57 overall) in 2023.

What college did John Michael Schmitz play for?

Schmitz played six seasons at the University of Minnesota, where he was a first-team All-American in 2022.

Is John Michael Schmitz the Giants' starting center in 2026?

Yes, Schmitz is the Giants' starting center entering the 2026 season and has started every game he's played in since being drafted.

How tall is John Michael Schmitz and how much does he weigh?

Schmitz is listed at 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds.

What number does John Michael Schmitz wear for the Giants?

Schmitz wears No. 61 for the Giants.

John Michael Schmitz

Center · 4th season

Updated 5 hours ago

Height: 6-4
Weight: 320
Age: 27
College: Minnesota
Drafted: 2023 · R2 P57
Exp: 4

Overview

John Michael Schmitz Jr. is in his fourth season as the Giants' starting center, a job he has held since New York drafted him in the second round, 57th overall, out of Minnesota in 2023. He started 35 of 57 games at Minnesota and earned first-team All-American honors in 2022.

Schmitz has started all 41 games he has appeared in across his first three NFL seasons: 13 in 2023, 15 in 2024 and 13 in 2025. This is his first season under head coach John Harbaugh.

At 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds, he wears No. 61 and remains one of the few constants on an offensive line that changed significantly this offseason with the arrival of first-round pick Francis Mauigoa.

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Frequently asked

How many years has John Michael Schmitz been with the Giants?: Schmitz is entering his fourth NFL season with the Giants, who drafted him in the second round (No. 57 overall) in 2023.
What college did John Michael Schmitz play for?: Schmitz played six seasons at the University of Minnesota, where he was a first-team All-American in 2022.
Is John Michael Schmitz the Giants' starting center in 2026?: Yes, Schmitz is the Giants' starting center entering the 2026 season and has started every game he's played in since being drafted.
How tall is John Michael Schmitz and how much does he weigh?: Schmitz is listed at 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds.
What number does John Michael Schmitz wear for the Giants?: Schmitz wears No. 61 for the Giants.

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