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Darnell Mooney • WR • Giants

Darnell Mooney Leads Giants' Wideouts in Targets During Training Camp

New York Giants wide receiver Darnell Mooney has been the most targeted wide receiver at training camp. According to Giant Insider, Mooney has consistently worked with the first-team offense and is expected to play a major role in 2026. The former Bears and Falcons wide receiver is coming off a disappointing year, totaling just 443 yards and one touchdown in 15 games last season. Mooney signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the Giants and is competing for a prominent role alongside star Malik Nabers. With Nabers missing most of training camp while recovering from a torn ACL, Mooney has made an impact. From a fantasy perspective, Mooney is a long shot to be a major factor, as the team is expected to be run-heavy and use a lot of heavy personnel.

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Malik Nabers • WR • Giants

Malik Nabers Needs to Take Contact Before Being Cleared for Week 1

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) has taken part in team periods over the past two practices as he works his way back from the serious knee injury that ended his 2025 season, but until he sheds the red non-contact jersey he's worn since his return, he will not be cleared to play in the team's season opener against the Cowboys. Speaking with the media on Tuesday, head coach John Harbaugh said, "He won't go through the rest of the summer in a red jersey... He's going to have to get bumped around and hit and fronted up. You just have to feel that and know how to deal with it to protect yourself." Harbaugh added, "I've always been hopeful that he would play in [Week 1 of] the regular season... Still don't know for sure, so we just have to see where we go day to day." Nabers' progress has been encouraging, but with one more significant hurdle to clear before the regular season, his status will need to be monitored throughout the end of camp.

23 hours ago

Tyrone Tracy Jr. • RB • Giants

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Remains Part of Giants Plans Despite Recent Moves

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. remains "squarely still in the plans" for the team despite the recent signing of veteran back Najee Harris, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Tracy Jr. has been a productive player for the Giants, recording 2,151 scrimmage yards and 10 touchdowns on 442 touches across his first two NFL seasons. However, the Giants' backfield is expected to be led by second-year back Cam Skattebo in 2026 now that he is fully recovered from the ankle injury that ended his 2025 season in Week 8. Raanan reports that Harris will "need a couple weeks to get in football shape," so Tracy Jr. could be secure in New York's RB2 role for now. Harris is also recovering from a torn Achilles tendon that caused him to miss most of the 2025 season. Still, Harris recorded four consecutive seasons with at least 1,000 rushing yards before the lost year in 2025. Following his signing, Tracy Jr.'s fantasy value is in question.

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JuJu Smith-Schuster • WR • Giants

JuJu Smith-Schuster Released by Giants

The New York Giants released wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster on Tuesday to clear a roster spot for running back Najee Harris. Smith-Schuster signed with New York on June 2, but his stay lasted less than three months. He had been dealing with knee swelling during camp, and head coach John Harbaugh said last week that the Giants knew they would have to manage the veteran's knee. Smith-Schuster played all 17 games for Kansas City in 2025, starting 12 and finishing with 33 catches for 345 yards and one touchdown. New York had a crowded receiver competition all summer, with Odell Beckham Jr., Braxton Berrios and rookie Malachi Fields among the players fighting for work. Smith-Schuster did make some plays in camp, but his time with the Giants is over before cutdown day. He now hits the market again with a few weeks left before the regular season and will look for another opportunity elsewhere.

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Najee Harris • RB • Giants

Najee Harris Signs With the Giants

The New York Giants are signing free-agent running back Najee Harris (Achilles) to an undisclosed one-year deal on Tuesday, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. The veteran Harris will be added to an already crowded Giants' RB room that includes Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary. The 28-year-old former first-rounder in 2021 by the Pittsburgh Steelers out of the University of Alabama had four straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons to begin his career in the Steel City before playing in just three games in 2025 with the Los Angeles Chargers due to a torn Achilles tendon. Harris appears to be fully recovered from his injury after impressing the Giants during his visit with the team on Monday, but he will have a steep hill to climb in 2026 for a fantasy-relevant role in the Big Apple. For now, Harris should remain off the fantasy football radar in standard-sized leagues. In his three games with the Bolts last year, Harris had 15 carries for 61 yards on the ground while catching all three of his targets for 25 yards.

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Malik Nabers • WR • Giants

Malik Nabers Not at Full Speed Yet

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh said on Monday that wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) "looked good" in his return to team drills in training camp practice but also said that he does not think "he's at full speed yet," according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN. We were not expecting Nabers to be full speed in his first 11-on-11 drills in camp, but he continues to make good progress after tearing the ACL and meniscus in his right knee in Week 4 of last year. The 24-year-old former first-rounder (sixth overall) from LSU is expected to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season, barring a setback as he ramps up his work this summer. Do not be surprised if Nabers does not see any preseason action at all, with the Giants' primary goal being to have him available when the regular season kicks off. There is still plenty of risk with a WR coming off a major knee injury, but Nabers' progress of late has been encouraging and makes him more worth the risk as a low-end WR1 early in fantasy drafts.

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Malik Nabers • WR • Giants

Malik Nabers has "Looked Great," Expected to be Ready for Week 1

The Bergen Record's Art Stapleton said on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday that New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) has "looked great," and the team thinks he's "gonna be ready to go for Week 1." Nabers was not in uniform for the team's preseason opener on Saturday against the Minnesota Vikings, but he took part in team drills on Monday for the first time in training camp as he continues to recover from a torn ACL and meniscus in his knee in Week 4 of last season. There has been a lot of uncertainty this offseason as to whether the 23-year-old former first-rounder will be ready for the start of the 2026 regular season, but it's beginning to look more likely that Nabers will be in uniform for the season opener in early September, barring a setback. The former sixth overall pick from LSU proved in his rookie campaign that he's a high-end WR1 talent, catching 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games. There is obviously more risk involved, but Nabers is trending up as at least a low-end WR1 pick in upcoming fantasy football drafts.

2 days ago

Najee Harris • RB • Giants

Najee Harris Visiting With Giants on Monday

Free-agent running back Najee Harris (Achilles) is visiting with the New York Giants on Monday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. It's the third known visit for Harris this year after he worked out with the Las Vegas Raiders and Seattle Seahawks earlier this spring. The Giants would be a poor fit for the 28-year-old, with second-year back Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. firmly entrenched atop the team's RB depth chart going into the 2026 season. They also have Devin Singletary in their RB room. Harris, a former 24th overall pick in 2021 by the Pittsburgh Steelers, started his career off with four straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons in the Steel City before signing with the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency last spring. Harris made it only three games with the Bolts in 2025 before suffering a season-ending torn Achilles tendon. If Harris latches on with a new organization before the regular season begins, he'll merely be competing for a depth role and is unlikely to pique much interest in single-year fantasy leagues.

2 days ago

Isaiah Likely • TE • Giants

Isaiah Likely Sees Prominent Role on Third Down in Preseason Opener

New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely caught both of his targets for 11 yards in the team's 13-10 preseason loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Likely caught both of his passes on third down, converting both to move the chains. While his receiving role appears to be a major factor (especially on third down) in offensive coordinator Matt Nagy's offense, his snap share was notable. In 16 snaps that the first-team played during their first preseason matchup, Likely played just six snaps, while Theo Johnson played seven and blocking tight end Chris Manhertz played five. Likely played all six of his snaps in 11 personnel, while Johnson and Manhertz operated primarily in heavy personnel. We've seen highly valued tight ends Dalton Kincaid and Evan Engram struggle to produce last season due to their low snap counts, so this could be something to watch for Likely during the course of the 2026 season.

4 days ago

Malachi Fields • WR • Giants

Malachi Fields a Lone Bright Spot in Preseason Loss to Vikings

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields hauled in all three targets for 34 yards and a touchdown in the team's 13-10 preseason loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Fields was a factor on the first-team offense and earned more trust from quarterback Jaxson Dart, who threw him a 50/50 ball in the back of the end zone, which Fields came down with. The third-round pick played nine of 16 snaps with the first-team offense, while veterans Darnell Mooney (12) and Darius Slayton (12) each played more snaps. With star receiver Malik Nabers (knee) inactive for their preseason opener, all three receivers likely played more than they would have if Nabers had been on the field. However, Fields' production and highlight-reel touchdown from Dart were a bright spot amid the Giants' ugly offensive output.

4 days ago

Cam Skattebo • RB • Giants

Cam Skattebo Not on Field on Obvious Passing Situations on Saturday

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo carried the ball four times for 19 yards and went without a target in the team's 13-10 preseason loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Skattebo saw his first game action since suffering a compound fracture of his right leg in Week 8 of the 2025 season. Despite the quick turnaround to the 2026 season, the second-year back looked strong, breaking multiple tackles less than a year after the gruesome injury. However, a split was evident among running backs Tyrone Tracy Jr., Devin Singletary, and Skattebo. On the first two first-team drives, Tracy played seven of 16 plays, Skattebo played five, and Singletary played four. Skattebo also did not play in obvious passing-down situations, with Tracy handling most of the third-down work on Saturday. While the team is likely easing Skattebo back into football shape after a significant injury, fantasy managers should temper expectations, especially in the receiving game and early in the season.

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Jaxson Dart • QB • Giants

Jaxson Dart "Puzzled" Everytime he Finds Himself in the Blue Tent

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is "puzzled" about how he finds his way into the blue tent every time he takes a hit, according to Giants beat writer Pat Leonard. The Giants quarterback respects the NFL players' safety efforts, but "still trying to wrap my head around," said Dart. He went to the medical tent during Saturday's game against the Vikings after taking a big hit from safety Jay Ward. According to Dart, a miscommunication in protection led to the big hit. The 23-year-old stayed in the game after a brief exit to the medical tent and led the Giants to their first score of the game by connecting with wide receiver Malachi Fields for a 15-yard touchdown. Dart finished the game with 26 passing yards on four passing attempts and a touchdown before being pulled. The 2025 first-round pick made several trips to the medical tent in his rookie season as he dealt with concussions. Dart appears to have avoided any injury and should be fine to play in the Giants' second preseason game against the Dolphins.

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Jaxson Dart • QB • Giants

Jaxson Dart Heads to Medical Tent, Cleared to Return

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart briefly left Saturday's preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings after taking a big hit from safety Jay Ward. Connor Hughes reported that Dart was slow getting up after Tyrone Tracy Jr. missed the block, and the Giants' medical staff eventually pulled him from the game despite Dart initially trying to stay in. He was taken to the blue medical tent for an evaluation, but the scare didn't last long. Dart was cleared to return and came back onto the field on New York's next possession. He then connected with rookie Malachi Fields for a 15-yard touchdown pass. Dart dealt with several concussion evaluations during his rookie season, making any trip to the medical tent noteworthy. The good news Saturday is that he was quickly cleared and able to resume playing.

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Malachi Fields • WR • Giants

Malachi Fields Looks Set to Start Preseason Opener

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields looks set to start Saturday's preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings. Patricia Traina reported that Fields was warming up with Darnell Mooney and Darius Slayton as the Giants' starting receiver group, while Malik Nabers was not dressed. It's another good sign for the third-round pick, who has been making plays throughout camp. Fields hauled in a 40-plus-yard pass from Jaxson Dart earlier this month and caught red-zone touchdowns from Dart in practices on both Tuesday and Wednesday. New York traded up to take Fields 74th overall after he finished his lone season at Notre Dame with 36 catches for 630 yards and five touchdowns. RotoBaller already noted last week that Fields was making a push for the No. 2 receiver role. A preseason start with Nabers sidelined doesn't settle that competition, but Fields keeps getting chances to show he belongs in the regular offensive rotation.

4 days ago

Cam Skattebo • RB • Giants

Cam Skattebo Warming Up Behind Backup QB on Saturday

The New York Daily News' Pat Leonard reports that New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is working behind backup quarterback Jameis Winston as the team prepares for their preseason opener on Saturday against the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. is working behind starting QB Jaxson Dart. Fantasy managers shouldn't panic from a note on preseason pre-game workouts, but this is a reminder that Skattebo isn't going to be a bell-cow back in the Big Apple in new head coach John Harbaugh's offense in his second year in the NFL, especially coming off a serious ankle/leg injury in 2025. The Giants also listed Skattebo and Tracy as co-starters on their initial preseason depth chart, so both RBs could have weekly fantasy value in 2026. RotoBaller has Skattebo ranked as the RB20 for 2026, with Tracy coming in at No. 44. The Giants will most likely ease Skattebo back into the fold during the preseason after his gruesome season-ending injury from a year ago.

4 days ago

Tyrone Tracy Jr. • RB • Giants

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Warming Up With Starters on Saturday

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. is warming up with the starters at MetLife Stadium behind quarterback Jaxson Dart as the team prepares to play its preseason opener on Saturday against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News. Cam Skattebo was seen working behind backup QB Jameis Winston. Fantasy managers shouldn't read too much into a pre-game workout before the first preseason game, but it's a reminder that Tracy will still be involved alongside Skattebo in 2026 in new head coach John Harbaugh's offense. At RotoBaller, Skattebo is ranked as a No. 2 fantasy RB at No. 20 overall, with Tracy coming in way down at No. 44 in the rankings. The 26-year-old Tracy should not merely be an afterthought, especially with Skattebo coming off a gruesome ankle/leg injury in his rookie season. Depending on the workload split between Skattebo and Tracy, Tracy could have sneaky RB3/flex weekly value for fantasy football managers.

4 days ago

Jaxson Dart • QB • Giants

Jaxson Dart and Giants Starters Expected to Play in Preseason Opener

The New York Giants open their preseason schedule with a Saturday afternoon matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, and ESPN's Jordan Raanan reports that quarterback Jaxson Dart and most of the team's starters are expected to see action. New head coach John Harbaugh said earlier this week that he values game experience in the preseason, and with Dart having only 12 career starts under his belt and the Giants offense reportedly sputtering through much of training camp, he could use the opportunity against an unfamiliar opponent to help build momentum. Priority number one for Dart will be to keep himself protected, as he has developed a reputation for playing somewhat recklessly, but that fight-for-every-yard approach has also made him a valuable fantasy asset. If the Giants offense can get on track, and Dart can stay healthy for the duration of the 2026 season, he could prove to be this season's late-round quarterback steal, currently coming off the board as the QB9.

5 days ago

Theo Johnson • TE • Giants

Theo Johnson Losing Redraft Value as the Season Approaches

New York Giants 25-year-old tight end Theo Johnson finished the 2025 season as the TE19, with 528 receiving yards and five touchdowns on 74 targets. He had an impressive 11.73 yards per reception and became one of Jaxson Dart's favorite targets. However, the biggest thorn in Johnson's side is the offseason signing of 26-year-old tight end Isaiah Likely, who has been generating a lot of buzz in camp and has been one of Dart's favorite targets thus far. The wide receiver room for the Giants is extremely cloudy, with Malik Nabers (knee) recovering from injury and guys like Darius Slayton, Calvin Austin, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Odell Beckham Jr., rounding out the receiver room. While Johnson proved to be reliable and explosive in 2025 (10th in explosive rating), the target share will take a significant step backwards and Johnson likely won't remain fantasy relevant unless he has a spike in touchdown production. RotoBaller ranks Johnson as the TE39 entering the season, which makes him a dynasty stash at best.

6 days ago

Malik Nabers • WR • Giants

"Everything Points" to Malik Nabers Being Ready for Start of the Season

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) took part in team drills in training camp on Thursday while wearing a red, non-contact jersey, according to Connor Hughes of SNY. It was just a walkthrough/install period, but Nabers was out there against the defense and caught a couple of passes. Hughes adds that "everything points towards him being back for the start of the season." Although most of Nabers' work so far this summer has come during individual drills as he returns from a torn ACL and meniscus in his knee in Week 4 of 2025, the 23-year-old has missed just one practice. Nabers should continue to slowly be ramped up by the Giants, and as long as he doesn't suffer a setback, the former first-rounder from LSU looks to be on track to play on Sunday Night Football in Week 1 versus the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. There's still risk involved in taking a high-end WR coming off an ACL tear, but at least now fantasy managers should feel a little more comfortable targeting Nabers as a low-end WR1 in the early rounds of drafts.

6 days ago

Darius Slayton • WR • Giants

Darius Slayton Listed as Starting WR on Unofficial Depth Chart

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton was listed as a starting WR on the team's first unofficial depth chart of the preseason. Slayton was listed alongside star wideout Malik Nabers as the only two wideouts named starters, with Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III, Odell Beckham Jr., and Malachi Fields listed behind them. In 2025, Slayton was forced to step up after Nabers' knee injury and, despite costly drops, did quite well, averaging about 40 receiving yards per game. While Mooney, Beckham, and Austin have all worked with the first-team offense in recent practice, Slayton's current contract will likely force the team to hold onto him in 2026. The offense under head coach John Harbaugh will use more heavy personnel this season, but any wideout besides Nabers is unlikely to produce fantasy-relevant numbers.

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