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Giants Claim Xavier Gipson a Day After Jets Cut Returner Following Week 1 Fumble

The quick move reflects a firm emphasis on ball security in the expanded kickoff game.

Aug 16, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson (3) returns a kick off against the New York Giants during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND - AUGUST 18: Isaiah Williams #18 of the Cincinnati Bengals warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders during the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Northwest Stadium on August 18, 2025 in Landover, Maryland.

Overview

  • The Giants claimed the 24-year-old wide receiver/returner off waivers Thursday and created a roster spot by placing linebacker Micah McFadden on injured reserve.
  • The Jets released Gipson on Wednesday after his fourth-quarter kickoff fumble set up a quick Steelers touchdown in a 34-32 loss.
  • Head coach Aaron Glenn publicly warned after the game that turnovers would not be tolerated, then said the waiver decision stemmed from a broader evaluation of the role.
  • New York filled the vacancy by signing returner Isaiah Williams from the Bengals’ practice squad as the team monitors Kene Nwangwu’s hamstring status.
  • Gipson joined the Jets as a 2023 undrafted free agent, delivered a walk-off punt-return TD in his debut, and logged a notable fumble history across 35 games.