UFC champ Ciryl Gane spars with Giants players at practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Ciryl Gane, the UFC heavyweight champion, attended New York Giants practice on November 7, 2026. He engaged in light sparring with several Giants players as they prepared for their upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Giants head coach John Harbaugh noted Gane's long-standing interest in football and humorously mentioned evaluating Gane's potential as a tight end. While Gane's appearance provided some levity, the team remained focused on key roster decisions and the significance of the division matchup this week.
- •Gane attended practice ahead of a game against the Eagles.
- •He participated in light sparring with Giants players.
- •Harbaugh joked about Gane's hands and potential NFL future.
- •The Giants are preparing for an important division game.
- •Running back Cam Skattebo is doubtful for the matchup.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — UFC champ Ciryl Gane sparred with Giants player at Friday's practice
"John Harbaugh confirmed UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane watched practice and lightly sparred with some New York Giants players on Friday.
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