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Giants release Sam Roberts, sign J.T. Woods to defensive back position

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:19 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Giants release Sam Roberts, sign J.T. Woods to defensive back position
Summary

The New York Giants released defensive tackle Sam Roberts on August 10, 2026, as part of a roster move to sign defensive back J.T. Woods. Roberts, who had surgery for an undisclosed injury and missed spring practices, had limited impact during his time with the team. Woods, who has not played in an NFL game since 2023, will help the Giants prepare for an upcoming preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings.

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  • •Giants release Sam Roberts after unsuccessful tenure with the team
  • •J.T. Woods signs with Giants amid injury concerns in the secondary
  • •Roberts was a sixth-round pick by the Patriots in 2022
  • •Woods has been inactive since 2023 and adds depth to the roster
  • •Upcoming preseason game against the Vikings is on the horizon
Latest Updates
  • 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Giants release defensive tackle, officially announce defensive back signing
What they're saying
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Sam Roberts never really got started with the Giants.

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