Overview
- The New York Giants signed safety JT Woods and cut defensive tackle Sam Roberts to open a spot on their 90-man training-camp roster, a transaction reported on Monday, August 10.
- Giants managing editor Dan Salomone confirmed Roberts’ release as the roster move tied to Woods’ arrival, which shifts a backup role on the defensive line into question.
- Woods was a 2022 third-round pick of the Los Angeles Chargers who played 13 NFL games with one start and has spent 2024–2025 on multiple practice squads without recording a snap since leaving Los Angeles.
- Because Woods joined camp late, coaches are expected to evaluate him first on special teams and as a reserve defensive back rather than as an immediate starter.
- The signing addresses short-term secondary depth needs caused by early-camp injuries and recent waivers and also sharpens concerns about interior defensive-tackle depth after the team traded Dexter Lawrence.