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Giants Sign Veteran Punter Amid Injury Concerns
10 Dec
Summary
- Giants add veteran punter Cameron Johnston to practice squad.
- Regular punter Jamie Gillan is currently sidelined with an undisclosed injury.
- Johnston previously played for the Eagles, Texans, Steelers, and Bills.
The New York Giants have signed veteran punter Cameron Johnston to their practice squad, addressing a pressing need on special teams. This acquisition comes at a critical time, with the team's regular punter, Jamie Gillan, currently dealing with an undisclosed injury. The Giants worked out several punters before opting to bring Johnston aboard, signaling a proactive approach to maintaining their kicking game consistency.
Johnston is no stranger to the NFL, having entered the league in 2017. His career includes stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he was part of the Super Bowl LII-winning team, and the Houston Texans, where he led the league in punting yards in 2021. He also spent time with the Pittsburgh Steelers and most recently, the Buffalo Bills earlier this season before being released from injured reserve.
His most recent performance with the Bills saw him average 44.0 yards per punt over three games. The Giants will be looking to leverage his extensive experience as they await further updates on Gillan's condition, which are expected from the upcoming injury report.
