Overview
- The Giants waived wide receiver Jalin Hyatt during the final 53-man cuts and then signed him to their practice squad as a veteran player, a move completed by Sept. 1, 2026.
- Hyatt was a third-round pick in 2023 after New York traded up for him following a standout final season at Tennessee that included 67 catches, 1,267 yards and 15 touchdowns.
- Across his first three NFL seasons Hyatt compiled 36 receptions for 470 yards and no touchdowns, and he failed to establish consistent offensive snaps or dependable special-teams value.
- New additions and returnees in New York’s receiver room, including Odell Beckham Jr. and rookie Malachi Fields, increased competition and helped push Hyatt off the 53-man roster.
- By signing Hyatt as a practice-squad veteran the Giants keep him available for development or emergency elevation while freeing a full roster spot and leaving open the possibility he could get chances with other teams.