New York Giants settle kicking competition as Dominic Zvada earns spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Rookie Dominic Zvada has secured the kicking job for the New York Giants, as announced by head coach John Harbaugh following their 23-6 victory over the Jets on August 28. Zvada, an undrafted free agent from Michigan, excelled in the preseason, finishing 3-for-3 on field goals in the finale. His performance helped him surpass Ben Sauls in a highly competitive training camp. Zvada is set to kick during the regular season opener against the Dallas Cowboys on September 13, along with new punter Jordan Stout and rookie long snapper Ben Mann.
- •Dominic Zvada wins New York Giants' kicking job.
- •Zvada went 3-for-3 on field goals in the preseason finale.
- •Coach John Harbaugh confirmed the decision after a recent win.
- •The Giants open the season against the Dallas Cowboys on September 13.
- •Zvada will be working with new punter Jordan Stout.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — New York Giants' John Harbaugh: Dominic Zvada has won the kicking battle
"Dominic Zvada has won the New York Giants' kicking job and will start against the Dallas Cowboys.
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