Giants sign veteran DE Dawuane Smoot to practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Giants have added defensive end Dawuane Smoot to their practice squad as of October 12, 2026. Smoot, who previously spent eight seasons with the Jaguars and a brief time with the Bills, participated in a workout with the Giants earlier this week. He appeared in all 17 games last season, recording 23 tackles and two sacks. The Giants are looking to improve their defensive line depth, and Smoot could integrate into their pass rush as the season progresses.
- •Dawuane Smoot joins the Giants' practice squad.
- •He has eight seasons of NFL experience, primarily with the Jaguars.
- •Smoot recorded 23 tackles and two sacks last season.
- •The Giants aim to strengthen their pass rush with this addition.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Giants signing veteran DE Dawuane Smoot to practice squad
"The Giants are bulking up their defensive line, bringing in Dawuane Smoot on the practice squad.
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