Giants Sign Former 3rd-Round Pick Back One Day After Releasing Him

The New York Giants have brought back Jalin Hyatt, a former third-round pick, to their practice squad just one day after releasing him, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Hyatt, a wide receiver, cleared waivers after being cut by the Giants on Sunday. He was initially drafted by the Giants in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft.

Despite his initial promising performance as a rookie, Hyatt has failed to make a significant impact in the NFL since then, amassing only 97 yards in 24 games over the past two seasons. He was inactive for four of the Giants' final five games last season, only appearing in four snaps during a Week 15 loss to the Washington Commanders.

The Giants' decision to sign Hyatt again comes as they have drafted another wide receiver, Malachi Fields, one pick later at No. 74 this year. The team has also signed Darnell Mooney and brought back Odell Beckham Jr., who last played for the Giants eight years ago. Other notable preseason cuts included Braxton Berrios and Isaiah Hodgins.

Interestingly, Hyatt continues to wear his former jersey number, 13, during practices, alongside Beckham, who wore No. 3 in his second stint with the Giants.