The New York Giants just hit the brakes on ‘Turbo’ mode, announcing Monday that running back Dante Miller is getting waived with an injury designation. This move comes right after Miller picked up a groin injury during the Giants’ tough 13-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, which is just brutal timing for the guy. The team also officially signed quarterback Jake Haener and linebacker Chandler Martin, needing to clear a roster spot after CB Sam Webb retired Sunday. Miller was the guy they chose to let go.
A Wild Ride to New York, Then the Practice Squad Loop
Honestly, Miller’s journey to the NFL was wild from the jump. This dude got caught in some bizarre eligibility mess that meant he couldn’t play college ball in 2022 and was ruled ineligible for the 2024 NFL Draft. Turns out, he *should* have been in the 2023 draft but didn’t declare, trying to sort out his college situation. So, he just became a free agent and landed with the Giants *before* the 2024 draft even happened. Talk about a curveball! He quickly became a fan favorite, and why wouldn’t he? We’re talking blazing 4.27 speed and “home run potential” whenever he touched the ball. But even that wasn’t enough to stick.
Speed Not Enough to Stick?
Despite all that hype and talent, Miller couldn’t survive final cutdowns in his rookie season and spent most of that year chilling on the practice squad. Then, 2025 came around, and everyone, and I mean *everyone*, thought he had finally forced his way onto the main roster. He was ripping off explosive plays through training camp and the preseason, showing flashes of that incredible speed. But nope. The Giants waived him *again* during final cutdowns, and he was back on the practice squad for a second season. Now, with this injury and subsequent waiver, it feels like ‘Turbo time’ might truly be over in New York. To twist the knife a bit, the Giants also hosted former first-round running back Najee Harris on Monday. They might be looking in a completely different direction once Harris gets into football shape. It’s a tough break for Miller, for sure.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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