Overview
- The Giants cut Darius Slayton on Monday, ending his seven-year run in New York and making him free to sign with any team right away.
- Releasing Slayton saves the Giants only modest short-term salary space while creating about $12.7 million in dead‑cap charges for 2026.
- The move clears playing time for Malik Nabers, Odell Beckham Jr., free-agent addition Darnell Mooney and third‑round rookie Malachi Fields on the Week 1 roster.
- Slayton leaves with career totals of 296 catches for 4,435 yards and 22 touchdowns and faces a thin market on the eve of the season because much of his 2026 pay was guaranteed.
- The decision signals early roster reshaping under new coach John Harbaugh and gives contenders with late pre-season needs a veteran vertical threat to consider.