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Giants Had Interest In DT Daron Payne Prior To Injury

Ian Rapoport reports that the Giants were interested in trading for Commanders DT Daron Payne, who unfortunately suffered a season-ending Jones fracture in his right foot during practice on Friday. The Giants were rumored to be in the market for…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 6:49 PM
Giants Had Interest In DT Daron Payne Prior To Injury
Key Things to Know
  • The New York Giants had trade interest in Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne before his season-ending foot injury.
  • Payne suffered a season-ending Jones fracture in his right foot during a Friday practice.
  • The Commanders placed Payne on injured reserve, effectively ending any potential trade discussions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Giants reportedly showed interest in acquiring Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne via trade prior to his recent foot injury. Ian Rapoport reported that Washington made Payne available, but a potential deal was derailed after Payne sustained a season-ending Jones fracture in his right foot during practice.

Following the injury, the Commanders placed Payne on injured reserve. The 29-year-old defensive tackle is playing out the final year of his contract and is set to become an unrestricted free agent next year.

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