The New York Giants officially released wide receiver Darius Slayton on Monday, making him an instant free agent. This wasn’t some quiet move; the man himself hit social media, saying he’s “excited to see what’s next” for his career. And get this: according to Josina Anderson of Exhibit News Network, three different teams have *already* reached out to Slayton’s people for initial talks. Talk about hitting the ground running!
Immediate Interest After Seven Seasons
It’s no surprise Slayton is drawing attention so fast. The dude was a fixture for the Giants, spending seven seasons with them. He was even the longest-tenured player on their roster before the release. He came into the league as a fifth-round pick back in 2019, four rounds after the Giants took quarterback Daniel Jones. Those two built some real chemistry, playing together for six seasons. In fact, Anderson specifically name-dropped the Colts as a possible spot for Slayton, pointing right to that existing relationship with Daniel Jones as a key factor. Maybe a reunion is in the cards?
What He Brings to the Table
So what kind of production are these teams looking for? Last season, Slayton hauled in 37 passes for 538 yards and one touchdown. Those aren’t monstrous numbers, but they show he can contribute, especially with a familiar face throwing him the ball. For any team needing a veteran presence and a guy who knows how to get downfield, Slayton’s a solid option.
He’s a free agent right now, and with three teams already hitting him up, you know this situation won’t drag on. It’ll be wild to see where Darius Slayton lands next and what kind of impact he can make for his new squad. The league’s watching to see who snaps him up.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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