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Giants Turn to Jude McAtamney at Kicker as He Delivers in Win Over Chargers

The Irish-born IPP alumnus won the job following reports of Younghoe Koo's shaky kickoffs in practice.

Overview

  • Jude McAtamney was elevated from the Giants' practice squad on Saturday and handled kicking duties in Week 4.
  • He converted field goals from 22 and 31 yards and made an extra point in a 21–18 victory over the Chargers.
  • Graham Gano is on injured reserve with a groin strain and must miss at least four games.
  • The team chose McAtamney over newly signed veteran Younghoe Koo after reported kickoff issues for Koo during the week.
  • New York also promoted DL Elijah Garcia, OLB Tomon Fox and LB Neville Hewitt from the practice squad to bolster depth.