On January 6, the New York Giants bolstered their roster by signing five players to reserve/future contracts. The players joining the team include defensive tackles Casey Rogers and Ross Blacklock, centers Jimmy Morrissey and Bryan Hudson, along with kicker Jude McAtamney. Each of these players spent the conclusion of the 2024 season on the Giants' practice squad.

Rogers, who entered the league as an undrafted free agent, made appearances in two games during the season. McAtamney, who is a product of the International Pathway Program, also saw game time, successfully executing one field goal and one extra point against the Washington team on November 3. Morrissey was part of the practice squad from late August until December 10, when he was placed on injured reserve. Blacklock joined the practice squad on December 10, while Hudson was signed earlier on November 6.

Jonathon Brooks, the Carolina Panthers' second-round draft pick, remains inactive for the team's game against the New York Giants in Germany as he continues to recover from an ACL injury sustained last November. His next chance to debut will be in two weeks against the Kansas City Chiefs after the Panthers' bye week.

Meanwhile, the Giants welcome back kicker Graham Gano after a lengthy injury absence. Other notable inactives for both teams include several key players, with the Giants missing Darius Slayton due to concussion protocol.

The New York Giants are facing another change in their kicking situation as they prepare to meet the Washington Commanders. Kicker Graham Gano, who suffered a hamstring injury earlier in the season, has been replaced by Greg Joseph. However, Joseph is now out due to an oblique strain, prompting the Giants to bring in Jude McAtamney from their practice squad.

McAtamney, a talented kicker with a background in Gaelic football, had a successful college career at Rutgers University, where he set records for touchbacks and field goals. Meanwhile, running back Tyrone Tracy, Jr. has cleared concussion protocols and is available for the game.

New York Giants kicker Greg Joseph will miss the upcoming game against the Washington Commanders due to an abdomen injury, a surprising development given he wasn't on the injury report earlier in the week.

This situation leaves the Giants in a tough spot for special teams, as Graham Gano is also sidelined with an injury. Rookie Jude McAtamney is expected to step in, having played previously at Rutgers University.