The New York Giants continued their seemingly infinite roster tinkering on Friday morning, signing fullback-tight finish Jakob Johnson.
ESPN insider Adam Schefter was the primary to report the information.
Giants are signing free-agent fullback-tight finish Jakob Johnson. pic.twitter.com/WCDlS03py3
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 16, 2024
The 6-foot-3, 255-pound Johnson went undrafted out of Tennessee in 2018 earlier than spending a season with Germany’s Stuttgart Scorpions. He made his NFL debut in 2019 with the New England Patriots as a part of the NFL’s Worldwide Participant Pathway Program.
Johnson, 29, spent the previous two seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders, the place he labored intently with present Giants offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo.
Born in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, Johnson stays a co-owner and govt of the Scorpions franchise.
In 67 profession video games (34 begins), Johnson has rushed for 105 yards and one landing, averaging 5.5 yards per carry. He serves primarily as a blocker and in addition performs particular groups.
Professional Soccer Focus gave Johnson an total grade of 46.1 final season, together with a run blocking grade of 49.9.
In a corresponding roster transfer, the Giants have waived tight finish/quarterback Tyree Jackson with an harm designation. If he clears waivers, he’ll revert to injured reserve (IR).
