Giants elevate QB Jake Haener and LB Trace Ford for Week 4 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 8:56 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The New York Giants have promoted quarterback Jake Haener and linebacker Trace Ford from their practice squad ahead of their Week 4 game against the Arizona Cardinals. This marks the first elevation for both players this season. Haener had previously served as a backup quarterback but was waived after the Giants acquired J.J. McCarthy. Ford's elevation comes as the team deals with injuries, as outside linebacker Brian Burns is out for the season. Both players will be available for selection in the upcoming game.
- •Giants elevate Haener and Ford from practice squad before Week 4 game.
- •Haener returns after being waived following acquisition of J.J. McCarthy.
- •Ford steps up as Brian Burns is sidelined for the season.
- •Both players offer depth ahead of game against Arizona Cardinals.
- 8:56 AMYahoo Sports — Giants elevate QB Jake Haener, LB Trace Ford from practice squad
"The New York Giants have elevated QB Jake Haener and LB Trace Ford from their practice squad ahead of a Week 4 game.
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