Giants cut Jalin Hyatt and multiple others to reach 53-man roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

The New York Giants trimmed their roster to the league-mandated 53-player limit on August 30, 2026. Wide receiver Jalin Hyatt, a 2023 third-round draft pick, was among those waived after catching 36 passes during his three seasons with the team. The front office also parted ways with a broad group of players, including quarterbacks Brandon Allen and Jake Haener, along with various defensive linemen and linebackers. Other notable releases included wide receivers Braxton Berrios, Xavier Gipson, and Isaiah Hodgins, as well as offensive lineman Evan Neal. Conversely, Odell Beckham Jr. secured a spot on the initial active roster, leaving his jersey number vacant for potential reassignment. The team also placed cornerback Korie Black on injured reserve with a designation to return.
- •The Giants waived wide receiver Jalin Hyatt to meet the 53-man roster requirement.
- •Odell Beckham Jr. earned a position on the initial 53-man roster.
- •The team released over 30 players including quarterbacks Brandon Allen and Jake Haener.
- •Cornerback Korie Black was placed on injured reserve with a designation to return.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Giants waive WR Jalin Hyatt among moves to get to 53 players
"Odell Beckham Jr. has made the Giants' initial 53-man roster and his No. 13 jersey is now available.
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