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NY Giants roster moves: Tremaine Edmunds to IR, Paulson Adebo returns

The New York Giants continue to take hits on defense. The Giants have placed inside linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, the team’s leading tackler through six games, on injured reserve with a torn chest muscle. The Giants also announced on Saturday that…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 9:08 PM
NY Giants roster moves: Tremaine Edmunds to IR, Paulson Adebo returns
Key Things to Know
  • The Giants placed linebacker Tremaine Edmunds on injured reserve and activated cornerback Paulson Adebo.
  • Tremaine Edmunds will be replaced by Micah McFadden after suffering a torn chest muscle.
  • Starting safety Jevon Holland and cornerback Greg Newsome II were ruled out with concussions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Giants have placed inside linebacker Tremaine Edmunds on injured reserve due to a torn chest muscle and activated veteran cornerback Paulson Adebo from injured reserve. Edmunds, who led the team with 50 tackles through six games, will be replaced in the lineup by Micah McFadden. Adebo could potentially start Sunday's game against the Houston Texans with Greg Newsome II sidelined by a concussion.

Injuries continue to impact the Giants' roster, as starting safety Jevon Holland was ruled out with a concussion and tight end Theo Johnson will miss another game with a neck injury. To bolster depth, the team elevated wide receiver Jalin Hyatt and safety Raheem Layne from the practice squad.

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