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Giants Keep Darius Slaton on 53-Man Roster

9/2/2026

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  • The New York Giants kept wide receiver Darius Slaton on their 53-man roster.
  • Slaton entered his eighth season under a three-year, $36 million contract with a $15.9 million 2026 cap hit.
  • Trade rumors said his nearly $13 million dead-cap charge discouraged potential suitors.
  • Coach John Harbaugh called Slaton a great player and hard worker during camp.
  • Slaton said he ignores rumors, takes each day as it comes, and focuses on playing.