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Giants' Jalin Hyatt sits out preseason opener against Vikings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:03 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Giants' Jalin Hyatt sits out preseason opener against Vikings

Summary

The New York Giants will not have wide receiver Jalin Hyatt available for their preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday. Head coach John Harbaugh ruled him out due to injury. Hyatt was a 3rd-round pick in 2023 and has struggled with only 36 receptions in three seasons. With the Giants making numerous additions to their wide receiver corps, Hyatt's future with the team appears uncertain as he enters the final season of his rookie contract.

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Status Watch

•Jalin Hyatt will miss the preseason opener on August 14.
•Head coach John Harbaugh cited injury as the reason for his absence.
•Hyatt has recorded just 36 receptions for 470 yards in three seasons.
•The Giants recently signed several wide receivers, including Odell Beckham Jr.
•Hyatt's chances of making the final roster are considered low.

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12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Giants Won’t Play Big-Time Draft Bust in Preseason Opener

What they're saying

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New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh said wide receiver and big-time draft bust Jalin Hyatt won't play in preseason opener. The post Giants Won’t Play Big-Time Draft Bust in Preseason Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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