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Last Updated: Fri Sep 13, 2024, 10:54 AM

New York Giants

-- Giants Re-Sign Jakob Johnson --
Tue Sep 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the New York Giants have re-signed FB Jakob Johnson to their active roster.

-- Giants Sign Ihmir Smith-Marsette --
Mon Sep 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have signed WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette.

-- Jalin Hyatt Not a Starter --
Mon Sep 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says WR Jalin Hyatt didn't play much yesterday because he's the "third/fourth receiver." Hyatt left the locker room with his eye black still on his face after the game, so clearly got out of there in a hurry.

-- Daniel Jones Will Start This Week --
Mon Sep 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says QB Daniel Jones will start this week against the Commanders. “There were some good things, but there were a lot of things we need to improve on,” Daboll said Monday. “We can all do a better job.”

-- Giants Release Jakob Johnson --
Mon Sep 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the New York Giants have released FB Jakob Johnson.

-- Giants Re-Sign Adoree' Jackson --
Fri Aug 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have re-signed CB Adoree' Jackson to a one-year contract.

-- Giants Working to Re-Sign Adoree' Jackson --
Fri Aug 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Reports’ Jordan Schultz reports negotiations are underway for the New York Giants to re-sign CB Adoree' Jackson.

-- Giants Make Player Moves --
Thu Aug 29, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have re-signed FB Jakob Johnson and placed OL Austin Schlottmann on injured reserve.

-- Giants Make Player Moves --
Wed Aug 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have placed LB Dyontae Johnson (ankle) on injured reserve and signed LB Curtis Bolton.

-- Giants Re-Sign Isaiah Hodgins to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have re-signed WR Isaiah Hodgins to their practice squad.

-- Giants IR Isaiah McKenzie --
Tue Aug 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have placed WR Isaiah McKenzie (knee/foot) on season-ending injured reserve.

-- Giants Release Isaiah Hodgins --
Tue Aug 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have waived WR Isaiah Hodgins.

-- Giants Release Allen Robinson --
Tue Aug 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have released veteran WR Allen Robinson.

-- Evan Neal Injures Ankle --
Sat Aug 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants Giants OT Evan Neal (ankle) left today's preseason game with an ankle injury.

-- Tyre Phillips Watch --
Fri Aug 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz reports free agent OT Tyre Phillips (quad) has continued to recover from a Week #17 quad injury. Several teams have shown interest in signing him.

-- Tyrone Tracy Returns to Practice --
Wed Aug 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy (ankle) returned to practice on Tuesday.

-- Andrew Thomas Restructures --
Mon Aug 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants restructured the contract of OT Andrew Thomas. Thomas had $4.175 million of his base salary converted into a signing bonus. The move cleared $3.34 million in cap space for the Giants in 2024.

-- Gunner Olszewski OUT 2-4 Weeks --
Sun Aug 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants WR Gunner Olszewski (groin) may miss the start of the regular season. Olszewski has a groin injury that will force him to miss two to four weeks of action.

-- Daniel Jones Struggles Before Playing Better --
Sat Aug 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones threw two interceptions and nearly had his first pass on Saturday afternoon picked off by Texans CB Derek Stingley. Stingley later got the second interception and Texans S Jalen Pitre returned the first five yards for a touchdown. Jones said he and his knee came out of the game feeling well, which is another positive on a day that started out in exact opposition to how the Giants would have drawn it up.

-- Theo Johnson Watch --
Sat Aug 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants rookie TE Theo Johnson played ahead of TE Daniel Bellinger for the pass-catching job today against the Texans.

-- Malik Nabers Makes his First Four Catches --
Sat Aug 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers caught his first four passes from six targets for 54 yards against the Texans in preseason action today.

-- Two Giants Injured --
Sat Aug 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Giants official website reports Giants LB Micah McFadden (hip) is questionable to return to today's game against the Texans. DL Ryder Anderson (hamstring) has been ruled OUT.

-- Jones & Nabers Will Play Today --
Sat Aug 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (knee) and rookie WR Malik Nabers (ankle) will play in today's preseason game against the Texans.

-- Giants Release Tyree Jackson --
Fri Aug 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have waived TE Tyree Jackson with an injury designation.

-- Giants Sign Jakob Johnson --
Fri Aug 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have signed free-agent FB Jakob Johnson.

-- Malik Nabers Fully Practices Thursday --
Thu Aug 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Giants official website reports Giants WR Malik Nabers (ankle) fully practiced on Thursday.

-- Giants Sign Joshua Kelley --
Thu Aug 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed free-agent RB Joshua Kelley.

-- Tyrone Tracy Already Running & Cutting --
Thu Aug 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

USA Today reports New York Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy (ankle) running and cutting on far field with training staff as if his ankle injury scare two days ago didn't happen. It wasn’t, of course, but wouldn’t be surprised if Tracy is back at practice next week.

-- Malik Nabers Will Practice Thursday --
Thu Aug 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Giants official website reports Giants HC Brian Daboll said WR Malik Nabers (ankle) will practice today and has a chance to play Saturday.

-- Giants Release Jalen Mills --
Thu Aug 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have released DB Jalen Mills.

-- Giants Trade Jordan Phillips --
Wed Aug 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have acquired DT Jordan Phillips from the New York Giants. The Cowboys get Phillips and a 2026 7th-round draft pick for a 2026 6th-round draft pick, per source

-- Tyrone Tracy Jr. Injury Update - Week-to-Week --
Tue Aug 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s (ankle) injury was not as bad as it looked. Sources say it's a low ankle sprain. We'll see how long he's sidelined, but given the way it initially looked, that's great news. Update: Tracy is considered to be week-to-week.

-- Malik Nabers Has No Doubt He Will Play Week #1 --
Tue Aug 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers (ankle) says he has no doubt he’ll be ready for Week #1. The Giants are obviously handling him with caution nearly four weeks out from that date.

-- Tyrone Tracy Jr. Suffers Serious Injury --
Tue Aug 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Daily News reports Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. just went down during a kickoff drill. It looks like a right foot/ankle/lower leg injury, as he was cart is off the field with an aircast for his leg.

-- Malik Nabers Injury Update --
Tue Aug 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers (ankle) went through full testing. HC Brian Daboll said he’s “good” and the ankle injury is not “long term.” Nabers will not practice on Tuesday.

-- Drew Lock Injury Update --
Mon Aug 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants QB Drew Lock (oblique) says he’s 100% confident he’ll be ready to play by Week #1.

-- Malik Nabers Day-to-Day --
Mon Aug 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says rookie WR Malik Nabers (ankle) will not practice on Monday and that the team will take things day by day moving forward. “I think he’s OK,” Daboll said.

-- Malik Nabers Suffers Minor Ankle Sprain --
Sun Aug 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Record reports New York Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers (foot/ankle) was checked out by training staff on the sideline late in today's practice. He left the field during the final team period. He took left cleat off and was clearly in discomfort. He may have gotten stepped on. Update: There is a belief it’s a minor ankle sprain for Nabers.

-- Daniel Jones Will Start This Week --
Sun Aug 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says the team plans to have QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) make the start at quarterback against the Texans in their second preseason game. Jones sat out the opener, so this would be his first game action since tearing his ACL in Week #9 last season.

-- Giants Activate Evan Neal --
Sun Aug 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have activated OT Evan Neal (ankle) from the active/PUP list.

-- Malik Nabers Watch --
Sat Aug 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants WR Malik Nabers played 12 snaps, ran eight routes, but was not targeted during the preseason game against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night.

-- Eric Gray Flashes, But... --
Sat Aug 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants RB Eric Gray rushed four times for 52 yards and two touchdowns and caught all four of his targets for a game-high 46 receiving yards in a 14-3 preseason win over the Detroit Lions. Gray had the highlight plays, but rookie RB Tyrone Tracy was clearly ahead of him in the rotation and should be considered the RB2 behind starting RB Devin Singletary right now.

-- Drew Lock Injury Update --
Fri Aug 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants backup QB Drew Lock (bone contusion/strained oblique) is expected to miss some time, but no surgery is required after suffering a pair of injuries in Thursday night’s preseason game.

-- Drew Lock Injures Hip --
Thu Aug 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants QB Drew Lock left tonight's game against the Lions with a hip injury. Lock’s hip injury is not considered serious.

-- Evan Neal Not Ready to Return to Practice --
Sun Aug 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Yahoo! Sports reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says OT Evan Neal (ankle - PUP) is not ready to return to the field.

-- Daniel Jones Struggling in Camp --
Thu Aug 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

SNY.tv reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones has struggled in training camp so far. Jones has regularly come up short on deep balls and been inaccurate on shorter passes.

-- Giants Sign Greg Van Roten --
Tue Jul 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed veteran free-agent OL Greg Van Roten.

-- Giants Activate Theo Johnson --
Sun Jul 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have activated rookie TE Theo Johnson (hip) from the PUP list and he returned to practice. The first play of team drills saw Johnson catch a pass across the middle that would have been a big gain. It's a promising start for the rookie with the second-team offense.

-- Jermaine Eluemunor Suffers Bruised Ribs --
Thu Jul 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants OT Jermaine Eluemunor (ribs) was at right tackle as the Giants opened training camp. OL Evan Neal played in that spot last year, but he struggled with his performance and he’s currently on the physically unable to perform list because of an ankle injury, so the Eluemunor move signaled that there will be competition for that position. Eluemunor’s time on the field was brief, however. He went down on a knee after one play and had to be helped off the field by members of the training staff. Eluemunor offered a positive update on social media later in the day. “I’m good,” Eluemunor wrote. Eluemunor’s injury was diagnosed as bruised ribs. It’s unclear how much time he might miss.

-- Giants List Four --
Tue Jul 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have placed OT Evan Neal (ankle) and CB Aaron Robinson (knee) on the active PUP list. DB Jalen Mills and DB Stantley Thomas-Oliver were placed on the non-football injury list.

-- Giants Invite Five to Camp --
Mon Jul 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have invited QB Jarrett Guarantano, WR Byron Pringle, WR Jakeem Grant, WR T.J. Luther, and WR Lincoln Victor to training camp.

-- Giants Host Greg Van Roten --
Mon Jul 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants hosted free-agent OG Greg Van Roten on Monday.

-- Daniel Jones Should be Ready to Go --
Sun Jul 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) is holding a Flexwork youth football camp at Hoboken High School. Jones said he “feels good, I’m ready to go” for training camp. When asked again if he’s fully cleared: “Yeah, should be ready to go.” No setbacks this summer as he recovers from a torn ACL.

-- Giants Place Theo Johnson on PUP List --
Tue Jul 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the New York Giants have placed rookie TE Theo Johnson on physically unable to perform list.

-- Daniel Jones Rehab Update --
Mon Jul 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Post reports Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) underwent surgery Nov. 22nd to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Jones was a limited participant in the team’s offseason program, and the Giants likely will be deliberate in their handling of his return to team drills at training camp. He said on “Simms Complete” on the Bleav Podcast Network that his rehab has been “pretty smooth” with “no real setbacks.” “At this point, I’m doing pretty much everything — running, cutting, everything I need to do,” Jones told father-son co-hosts Phil and Matt Simms.

-- Giants Signing UFL's Jacob Saylors --
Tue Jun 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants are signing free agent RB Jacob Saylors, his agent, Ray Haija, announced. Saylors played for the St. Louis Battlehawks of the UFL. He worked out for the Giants last week. Saylors earned All-UFL honors by rushing for 461 yards and five touchdowns.

-- Tyrone Tracy Jr. Impressing with Pass-Catching --
Wed Jun 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

USA Today reports New York Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. is making a push to be the team's back on passing downs.

-- Giants Sign Tre Herndon --
Wed Jun 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the New York Giants have signed veteran free-agent CB Tre Herndon.

-- Daniel Bellinger Dinged --
Wed Jun 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll said “something happened a few weeks ago” to TE Daniel Bellinger (undisclosed) in explaining his reduced reps this spring. Daboll said he’s being cautious and Bellinger is fine. He’s still hopeful everyone will be ready for camp.

-- Daniel Jones Watch --
Tue Jun 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

SNY.tv reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) has been doing 7-on-7 work at the team’s practices for almost a month, but he won’t be taking on anything else before the team wraps up its offseason program this week. HC Brian Daboll says Jones, who is returning from a torn ACL, will not be doing full team drills during this week’s mandatory minicamp. “I think we’ll keep him out of team drills, continue the rehab process,” Daboll said. “He’s really right on point for where he needs to be, but, in terms of the team, we’ll keep him out here the next few days and get him ready for training camp.”

-- Darren Waller Officially Retired --
Mon Jun 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants TE Darren Waller was placed on the reserve/retired list today, making his retirement official.

-- Sources: Darren Waller Retiring --
Sun Jun 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have been informed that TE Darren Waller is retiring, per sources. This is was what they had been planning to be the end result. Team statement: “We have great respect for Darren as a person and player. We wish him nothing but the best.” The Giants gain $11.6 milion in cap savings while eating $2.5 million in dead money this year and $4.9 million in dead money in 2025.

-- Malik Nabers = OBJ? --
Fri Jun 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports an anonymous offensive assistant coach said New York Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers “could be like Odell [Beckham]” in 2024. The assistant coach said WR Marvin Harrison, Jr. and WR Rome Odunze were more polished, pro-ready wide receivers, but only Nabers “can catch a slant and run for 80 (yards).” “Nabers could be like Odell early,” the assistant continued. “Throw him a hitch or a slant and he’s gone. He’s got that type of talent.”

-- Sources: Darren Waller Expected to Retire --
Mon Jun 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants TE Darren Waller is likely to make a decision by next week's mandatory minicamp about his playing future, and people in and around the team expect that he's going to retire, multiple sources said. Those close to him believe he's leaning in that direction. Waller, 31, said during an Instagram Live on Friday that a decision was coming very soon. He has been contemplating retirement since the end of last season and hasn't attended any of the team's voluntary offseason workouts this spring. Mandatory minicamp for the Giants is scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday of next week.

-- Giants Sign All Drafted Rookies --
Fri May 31, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have signed all of their 2024 drafted rookies.

-- Eric Gray Sees a Lot of Time with First Unit --
Thu May 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Daily News reports Giants RB Eric Gray got a lot of run with the first-team offense during Thursday’s OTAs.

-- Giants Tweak Darius Slayton's Contract --
Thu May 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants WR Darius Slayton says he had some incentives added to his current deal. That prompted his showing up to voluntary minicamp earlier this week. Slayton previously had $1.5 million available in incentives, he now has $2.15 million in incentives available.

-- Giants Make RB Moves --
Thu May 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have signed DB Elijah Riley and released RB Gary Brightwell with a waived/injured designation.

-- Darius Slayton Finally Shows --
Tue May 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports WR Darius Slayton is back with the New York Giants. Slayton has been away from the team throughout their offseason program because he is looking for a new or revised deal from the team. Slayton said earlier this month that he was confident that the situation would be resolved soon because there was continuous communication between his camp and the team and Monday did bring a new development. There’s been no word of any agreement, but Slayton was present for Tuesday’s OTA practice.

-- No Update on Darren Waller --
Fri May 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll confirmed on Thursday that TE Darren Waller has not been participating in OTAs. But beyond that, Daboll did not have any update on the veteran tight end and his potential retirement. “I would say the same thing I said last month, let Darren take what he needs to take and once the decision is made, we’ll go from there,” Daboll said in his press conference. “[W]e have conversations, obviously, but when Darren makes his decision, that’s what we’ll go with.” Waller, 31, has said that he plans to make a decision before the end of the offseason program.

-- Daniel Jones Says He'll be Ready to Play Week #1 --
Thu May 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) commented on if there is any doubt he’ll be ready for Week #1 vs. Minnesota. “I don’t have any doubt about it,” he said.

-- Slayton & Waller No-Show --
Thu May 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll says WR Darius Slayton (wants new contract) and TE Darren Waller (mulling retirement) haven’t been attending the team's voluntary program. No word on when he expects either to join the team.

-- Giants Sign 4th-Rounder Theo Johnson --
Wed May 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed 4th-round draft pick TE Theo Johnson to a four-year contract.

-- Daniel Jones Practices with the Team on Monday --
Mon May 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Giants official website reports Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) participated in 7-on-7 drills during New York’s OTA practice on Monday.

-- Giants Sign 6th-Rounder Darius Muasau --
Wed May 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed 6th-round draft pick LB Darius Muasau to a four-year contract.

-- HardKnocks to Feature New York Giants' Offseason --
Wed May 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants will be the subject of HardKnocks: Offseason with the New York Giants. It’s a five-part series that premieres July 2nd on HBO and will be streamed on @StreamOnMax, as they prepare for their 100th season.

-- Giants Sign 3rd-Rounder Dru Phillips --
Tue May 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed 3rd-round draft pick CB Dru Phillips to a four-year contract.

-- Giants Sign 1st-Rounder Malik Nabers --
Fri May 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have signed 1st-round draft pick WR Malik Nabers to a four-year contract.

-- Giants Release Deon Jackson --
Fri May 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have waived veteran RB Deon Jackson.

-- Giants Sign 5th-Rounder Tyrone Tracy Jr. --
Thu May 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have signed 5th-round draft pick RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. to a four-year contract.

-- Giants Sign Allen Robinson --
Thu May 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have signed veteran free-agent WR Allen Robinson.

-- Giants Claim One --
Wed May 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have claimed QB Nathan Rourke off waivers from the Patriots. Meanwhile, Atlanta also put in a claim for Rourke, but the Giants had priority.

-- Giants Never Made on Offer in 2024 to Saquon Barkley --
Fri May 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports new Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley claims the New York Giants didn’t give him an offer to return in 2024 once he hit free agency. This comes after the team tried to re-sign him in 2023 for a long-term deal, one that he rejected.

-- Jalin Hyatt Likely to Begin Season as a Backup --
Fri May 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants WR Jalin Hyatt will likely start the year as the primary backup to WR Darius Slayton.

-- Daniel Jones Speaks --
Thu May 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) says his rehab is going well... “I’m in a good spot. I’ll be ready to go for training camp.”

-- Darius Slayton Speaks --
Thu May 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports WR Darius Slayton has not been with the New York Giants as he looks for a contract extension or adjustment from the Giants heading into the 2024 season. He came into town to receive an award from the United Way for his work with the community and said he’s “enjoyed my time as a Giant and I’d like to remain a Giant” into the future. Giants GM Joe Schoen said that drafting WR Malik Nabers in the first round was not a sign that the team is looking to move on from Slayton, who received a roster bonus in March and is in the final year of his current contract. Slayton said his representatives are talking to Schoen and that he is “confident” that the situation will be rectified before dragging into training camp or the regular season. “I don’t think it will get to that point,” Slayton said. “Like I said, it’s been good, constant communication throughout the whole process. It’ll be resolved soon.”

-- Giants Sign One --
Wed May 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have signed CB David Long Jr..

-- Giants to Pick J.J. McCarthy? --
Thu Apr 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy says he had somewhat of an idea that he will be selected by the New York Giants.

-- Giants Eyeing Drake Maye? --
Sun Apr 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports there is a strong belief by some in the league that QB Drake Maye is the New York Giants' guy. Perhaps it has to do with him being the most similar to Daboll's former pupil, QB Josh Allen. Maye is the one who could force New York to mortgage part of its future in order to address the most important position on the roster. He also could benefit from sitting a year behind QB Daniel Jones. "He's only 21 years of age," Mel Kiper Jr. said. "He's going to keep getting better. ... If you want to hit the home run, you take QB Drake Maye."

-- Giants Have Had No Contract Talks with Darius Slayton --
Thu Apr 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants GM Joe Schoen said “we haven’t had conversations about any type of extension” with unhappy WR Darius Slayton and noted that Slayton signed a two-year deal with the team ahead of the 2023 season. Schoen also pointed out that the work right now is voluntary and that he’s been in contact with Slayton’s agent about the situation. “I understand where he’s coming from, that’s his prerogative to not be here,” Schoen said.

-- Darius Slayton Wants a New Deal --
Wed Apr 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Giants WR Darius Slayton wants a new contract. He has not attended the team’s first voluntary workouts of the offseason this week as he looks for that extension. Slayton signed a two-year deal with the team last year and received a $2.6 million roster bonus earlier this year. He has a base salary of $2.5 million.

-- Giants Host Two QB Draft Prsopects --
Wed Apr 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports NFL draft prospects QB Bo Nix and QB Spencer Rattler visited with the New York Giants this week.

-- Giants Re-Sign Nick McCloud --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants CB Nick McCloud signed his tender Monday. McCloud was one of only seven restricted free agents in the league to receive a tender, which is worth a non-guaranteed $2.9 million for 2024.

-- Daniel Jones Rehab Update --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (torn ACL) reported to the team’s facility for the start of their offseason program on Monday and said that he hasn’t had any setbacks as part of that process. “Rehab’s going well,” Jones said. “Making good progress. Coming along. I feel like things are going well. The plan is to be ready to go by training camp. That’s what I’m shooting for.”

-- Darren Waller Watch --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports New York Giants HC Brian Daboll would not say if TE Darren Waller is at the offseason program, or what his status is. He said he'll keep that "in house". Waller has said he is contemplating retirement and has not reached a decision yet.

-- Giants Sign One --
Fri Apr 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed free-agent LB Matthew Adams.

-- Giants Sign Jordan Phillips --
Thu Apr 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have signed free-agent DT Jordan Phillips.

-- Darren Waller to Decide Future by June 12th --
Tue Apr 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants TE Darren Waller says he will take his time before deciding whether to retire. “I have to make a decision at some point,” Waller said. “You have to be 100 percent bought in for the grind. And I have to make sure I am bringing that to the table or it’s a disservice to the guys I am suiting up with. I also want to give the team time, where whichever way I go, they can prepare for next season. So, . . . it’s a little bit of a difficult decision, but here we are.” The Giants presumably would love to know by the NFL draft on April 25th whether Waller is planning to play a second season in New York. “That would be ideal, but I also don’t want to put that on myself,” Waller said. “It’s got to be before summer break, for sure.” The Giants break for the summer on June 12th.

-- Giants Sign Miles Boykin --
Tue Apr 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed veteran free-agent WR Miles Boykin.

-- Darren Waller Still Undecided About Future --
Sat Apr 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants TE Darren Waller still hasn’t decided if he will play or retire from the NFL. “I haven’t made a decision yet,” Waller said. “It’s just a matter of respecting the process. There’s so much that goes into the process of going from April through February of an NFL season. The commitment that it requires. I’m a guy who’s evolving, who’s growing, who’s played a lot of football and been through a lot.” Waller said the decision will ultimately come down to whether he believes he’s ready to go all-in on another season. “I’m at the point now where I’m like, ‘OK, how much am I willing to give to the process,’” Waller said. “If it’s not 100%, it’s a disservice to the teammates and the organization that I have. I’m still trying to make a decision on that and it’s tough to make one or the other out of emotion.”

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