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Giants Choose Jude McAtamney Over Younghoe Koo for Week 4 Kicking Duties

The move follows Graham Gano’s groin injury, with practice evaluations reportedly weighing on the decision.

Overview

  • The Giants elevated McAtamney from the practice squad Saturday to face the Chargers in Week 4.
  • Younghoe Koo, signed this week after his release by the Falcons, was not elevated and remains on the practice squad.
  • Graham Gano was placed on injured reserve after a groin strain in Week 3 warmups, ruling him out for at least four games.
  • ESPN’s Jordan Raanan reported Koo shanked a couple of kickoffs in practice, though the team has not provided an official rationale.
  • New York also promoted Elijah Garcia, Tomon Fox and Neville Hewitt to the active roster to bolster defensive depth.