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Giants' Defensive Line Didn't Get Fixed by the Okoye Trade. It Got Smaller.
The Giants' defensive line went from 11 players to six during cutdown, even as Harbaugh said the team isn't done addressing the position after the Okoye trade.
Four of Joe Schoen's First 18 Giants Draft Picks Remain on Roster
Only four of Joe Schoen's first 18 Giants draft picks remain after Sunday's roster cuts: one trade, four free-agent departures, and the rest released, retired or gone.
Giants' Running Back Depth Chart Remains Unsettled Entering Season
The Giants enter the season with four running backs — Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., Najee Harris and Devin Singletary — and no set depth-chart order, coach John Harbaugh said.
Giants Keep Odell Beckham Jr., Release Evan Neal in Initial 53-Man Roster
Beckham and Slayton made the Giants' initial 53; Evan Neal, Jalin Hyatt and Berrios did not. All seven 2026 draft picks made the team too.
Giants Cut Eight Players Saturday Ahead of 53-Man Deadline
The Giants released eight players Saturday, including WR Isaiah Hodgins, as they trim toward Sunday's 6 p.m. ET deadline to reach the NFL's 53-man roster limit.
Giants Trade 2028 Seventh-Round Pick to Ravens for DT C.J. Okoye
The Giants traded a 2028 seventh-round pick to the Ravens for DT C.J. Okoye, addressing a thin defensive line one day before roster cutdown.
Harbaugh says 'Yes' when asked if Beckham has done enough to make Giants' roster
Harbaugh declined to preview the Giants' roster after the finale, but said "Yes" when asked if Beckham has done enough to make it. His stat line and the cutdown deadline.
Harbaugh names Dominic Zvada Giants' kicker, says Ben Sauls 'won a job in the league'
Harbaugh named Dominic Zvada the winner of the Giants' kicking competition postgame. Ben Sauls, who also finished the preseason perfect, is expected to draw interest elsewhere.
Giants beat Jets 23-6 to close preseason 2-1 as Calvin Austin III's season ends with a torn ACL
The Giants beat the Jets 23-6 to close the preseason 2-1. Najee Harris returned from a torn Achilles, Calvin Austin III's season ended with a torn ACL, and cutdown day is Sunday.
Giants-Jets Preseason Finale: Kicker Job, Guard Spot and Dart's Status Still Unresolved
The Giants play their preseason finale Friday against the Jets with Austin out for the season, Nabers held out, and Harbaugh still undecided on Dart, the kicker job and a backup guard spot.
Giants Coach John Harbaugh Won't Say If Starters Play Friday Against the Jets
Harbaugh hasn't said whether Dart and other Giants starters play Friday vs. the Jets. Nabers, Hyatt and Austin are already out or limited.
Giants Have Less Than 48 Hours From Finale to 53-Man Roster Deadline
The Giants play their preseason finale Friday against the Jets, then have until 6 p.m. ET Sunday to cut to 53 players — two days earlier than the NFL's usual deadline.
Dennard Wilson's "positionless" Giants defense, explained
Dennard Wilson calls the Giants' defense positionless, built around players who can line up in more than one spot. It's shown up on the D-line, in the secondary and at linebacker this camp.
Harbaugh's Full Quote on Skattebo's 'Infectious' Energy Is Longer Than What Circulated
Harbaugh's full quote on Skattebo's 'infectious' energy is longer than what circulated after Wednesday's scuffle, and shows a different style than predecessor Brian Daboll used in similar spots.
Giants' Brandon Brown details sports science program, credits competition
Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown detailed the team's sports science program Wednesday. Asked why players were returning faster, he credited competition for roster spots.
How the Giants Could Actually Land a Defensive Tackle Before Cutdown
Harbaugh confirmed the Giants are shopping for defensive tackle depth. Their real options are bounded by $14.95 million in cap space and the No. 5 waiver-claim priority after Sunday's cutdown.
Abdul Carter Has One Preseason Tackle. Harbaugh Keeps Praising Him Anyway.
Harbaugh has praised Abdul Carter repeatedly this camp, though his preseason box score shows one tackle. Here's what he's said, and the context behind Dart's 'brother' quote.
NFL Waivers vs. Vested-Veteran Free Agency: What Happens After a Player Is Cut
Vested veterans (four or more accrued seasons) become free agents the moment they're cut. Everyone else goes through waivers first — including, possibly, Odell Beckham Jr. this weekend.
How the NFL Practice Squad Works: Size, Pay and Poaching Rules Explained
NFL practice squads run on fixed CBA rules for size, pay and poaching. Giants QB Jake Haener is projected to land on one after cuts Aug. 30.
PFF ranks Giants linebackers 17th, and the fix is scheme, not a new player
PFF ranked the Giants' linebackers 17th of 32, driven by Edmunds' 52.9 coverage grade — a career-long pattern. The Giants' answer: scheme and a rookie, not a veteran.
Cam Skattebo, Giants Defensive Backs Scuffle at Wednesday Practice
Cam Skattebo scuffled with Giants DBs Greg Newsome II and Jevon Holland at Wednesday's practice after sliding near their legs, drawing a 15-yard penalty.
Malik Nabers Left Wednesday's Practice Early. Harbaugh Says No Injury.
Malik Nabers left Wednesday's practice early. Harbaugh said there was no injury. The ongoing debate among fans is about whether he trusts his surgically repaired knee, not about Wednesday itself.
J.C. Davis, Giants O-Line Win PFF's Week 2 Preseason Award
PFF named the Giants' offensive line its Preseason Week 2 award winner, citing rookie J.C. Davis's zero-pressure performance at left tackle in a 26-3 win over Miami.
Giants Trade Backup Linemen for Picks While Defensive Tackle Room Stays Thin
The Giants have traded two backup linemen for late picks this month but have not added a defensive tackle since May, even as a beat reporter, a rival team and ESPN's mock draft all flag the gap.
Nagy says Giants have finished installing their offense
Matt Nagy said the Giants are through all of their installs, two weeks after saying they were halfway. He also addressed Jaxson Dart's increased work under center.