Jalin Hyatt faces crucial competition for Giants' final roster spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt must prove himself during training camp as competition intensifies for limited roster spots. With 14 wide receivers vying for inclusion, only seven or eight will make the final roster. Hyatt has not yet scored a touchdown in his NFL career and was a healthy scratch for seven games in 2025. As a 2023 draft pick, the Giants are looking to maximize his potential this season, especially after a new coaching staff has taken over. Hyatt showed promise in early practices, recovering from a lower-body injury and aiming to demonstrate his capabilities to secure a place on the team.
- •Giants have 14 wide receivers on the pre-camp roster.
- •Malik Nabers and Darius Slayton are anticipated roster locks if healthy.
- •Competition includes veterans like Juju Smith-Schuster and Odell Beckham Jr.
- •Hyatt has caught 36 of 73 targets for 470 yards over three seasons.
- •He needs to contribute on special teams to improve his chances.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — New York Giants WR Jalin Hyatt will face a final call at training camp
"New York Giants WR Jalin Hyatt must prove his worth at training camp with his clock ticking down.
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