New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton will return to the field in Week 8 against the Philadelphia Eagles after missing each of his team's last two games due to a hamstring injury. Slayton has recorded 12 catches for 166 yards on 18 targets across five games so far this season. However, he recorded a season-high six targets in Week 5, the lone game he has played in since star Giants wideout Malik Nabers (knee) was lost for the season with a knee injury. Slayton recorded 14 catches for 179 yards and a touchdown on 22 targets across the two games that Nabers missed in 2024. The Giants have a difficult matchup on the road against the Eagles in Week 8. Philadelphia has allowed the second-fewest receiving touchdowns (seven) in the NFL in 2025. Still, Slayton has clear target volume upside and profiles as a low-end WR4/flex option for fantasy managers in Week 8.
Oct 25, 2025 2:31 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) is off the injury report and will play in Week 8 against the Philadelphia Eagles, per Dan Salomone of Giants.com. Slayton has missed each of New York's last two games due to a hamstring injury. Before getting hurt, the 28-year-old had recorded 12 catches for 166 yards on 18 targets. Upon his return to the lineup, Slayton should slot in alongside wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson as one of the top two targets for Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart. In the lone game Slayton has played this season without star Giants wideout Malik Nabers (knee), he earned a season-high six targets. Slayton profiles as a low-end flex option for deep-league fantasy managers in Week 8 against Philadelphia.
Oct 24, 2025 3:09 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice session. Slayton returning to practice is a good sight considering he has been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in Week 5. The fact he was able to get on the practice field at all is a good sign. Fantasy managers will need to monitor his status over the next few days. If active, Slayton could offer some flex value against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8.
Oct 22, 2025 9:44 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) has been ruled out for his team's Week 7 matchup against the Denver Broncos, per Dan Salomone of Giants.com. This marks the second straight missed game for Slayton, who has recorded 12 catches for 166 yards on 18 targets across the five games he's been healthy for in 2025. With both Slayton and Malik Nabers (knee) sidelined, Giants wideout Wan'Dale Robinson should see a healthy dose of targets from quarterback Jaxson Dart. Wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey could serve as the team's WR2, as he saw eight targets with Slayton out in Week 6. Still, in a tough matchup against Denver, Robinson is likely the only Giants pass-catcher worth starting for fantasy managers in Week 7.
Oct 18, 2025 2:09 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) is officially listed as doubtful ahead of the Week 7 matchup against the Denver Broncos. As expected, Slayton is expected to miss this game after sitting out of practice all week. This would be the second straight game that Slayton has missed due to a hamstring injury. His absence would mean increased roles for Wan'Dale Robinson, Jalin Hyatt, and Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Assuming Slayton sits, Robinson is the only player here worth streaming right now.
Oct 17, 2025 6:43 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) is missing his third day of practice this week on Friday, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Slayton will most likely be ruled out for the second straight game later on Friday after missing practice all week. The 28-year-old has not seen the practice field since before playing in Week 5. With Slayton most likely sidelined again this weekend, Wan'Dale Robinson and Lil'Jordan Humphrey figure to be New York's top receiving targets for rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in a tough matchup on the road against the Denver Broncos' stout secondary. Tight ends Theo Johnson and Daniel Bellinger could also be utilized more in the passing game, and receiver Jalin Hyatt (ankle) figures to serve in the WR3 role. Slayton will need to return to practice next week to have any chance of suiting up for a Week 8 divisional clash against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Oct 17, 2025 12:37 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) missed his second consecutive practice on Thursday, casting doubt on his availability for Sunday's matchup against the Denver Broncos. With Malik Nabers (knee) already out for the season, Slayton's absence would further deplete the Giants' receiving corps. In that scenario, Wan'Dale Robinson would be positioned to handle a heavy target load, while Jalin Hyatt could see a significant uptick in snaps and opportunities. Hyatt caught three of five targets for 17 yards in Week 6 and would remain a risky deep-league dart throw if pressed into action. The Giants offense has shown signs of life recently, but fantasy managers should view Robinson as the only trustworthy option in this passing game heading into Week 7.
Oct 16, 2025 7:48 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) missed the first practice of the week on Wednesday, according to Dan Salomone of Giants.com. Slayton suffered a hamstring injury in the Week 5 loss to the New Orleans Saints and didn't practice on a short week before missing last Thursday night's upset win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Another DNP to begin Week 7 preparation is a bad sign, but Slayton still has two more days to get back onto the practice field. If the 28-year-old cannot do so, he'll miss a second straight game this Sunday versus the Denver Broncos on the road. Slayton figures to be one of New York's top pass-catchers the rest of the year now that Malik Nabers (knee) is done for the season, but he needs to get healthy first. If Slayton gets cleared to play on Sunday, he'll be a WR4/flex, at best, against a stingy Denver defense.
Oct 15, 2025 5:21 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) has been ruled out for the Thursday night divisional game in Week 6 against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Dan Salomone of Giants.com. This was the expected result after Slayton injured his hamstring on Sunday in the Week 5 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He was unable to practice leading up to Thursday's game. The good news is that the 28-year-old will have extra time to get ready for a potential return in Week 7 against the Denver Broncos. Without Slayton in the fold in a tough matchup against Philly, Wan'Dale Robinson should be the favorite target of rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in the passing game, with Jalin Hyatt and Beaux Collins also starting in three-wide sets. Tight ends Theo Johnson and Daniel Bellinger should also be more involved in the passing attack on Thursday.
Oct 8, 2025 1:18 PM EST
ESPN senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler reported on Wednesday that Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) is not expected to play Thursday vs. the Eagles, per sources. Slayton suffered a hamstring injury in the Giants' Week 5 loss to the New Orleans Saints, and with the short turnaround time for Thursday night, it appears he will not be expected to play after missing practice both Monday and Tuesday. With Slayton not expected to play, Wan'Dale Robinson becomes the clear WR1 for the Giants in a game where they will be expected to throw quite a bit, as they are currently seven-point underdogs according to most sportsbooks. Jalin Hyatt, Beaux Collins, and Lil'Jordan Humphrey are the likely candidates to replace Slayton in the lineup, with Theo Johnson and Robinson becoming Jaxson Dart's go-to targets.
Oct 8, 2025 9:51 AM EST
While all practice participation is merely projected as the New York Giants prepare to play the Eagles on Thursday night, receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) would not be able to participate in Tuesday's walkthrough, according to head coach Brian Daboll. With superstar wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) out for the year, Slayton had an opportunity to step up on Sunday against the Saints, but he caught only three passes for 31 yards and added a costly fumble in the loss. Now looking unlikely to play on Thursday night, Wan'Dale Robinson should see the bulk of the Giants' wide receiver targets against a Philadelphia defense that has been unkind to fantasy receivers through five weeks.
Oct 7, 2025 2:38 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant in practice on Monday's injury report. Slayton left late in New York's Week 5 loss to the New Orleans Saints with a hamstring injury and did not return. The Giants have a short week in Week 6 as they prepare to take on the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night, so it could be tough for Slayton to recover in time to play. The 28-year-old recorded three catches for 31 yards on six targets before getting hurt in New York's first full game without star wideout Malik Nabers (knee). If Slayton is sidelined for Week 6, Giants wide receivers Wan'Dale Robinson and Jalin Hyatt would likely see an uptick in targets.
Oct 6, 2025 9:32 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring) exited during the second half of Sunday's Week 5 contest against the New Orleans Saints. He is officially questionable to return. He struggled with drops when on the field, catching just three of six targets for 31 yards. The Giants continue to deal with wide receiver injuries, as they were already without Malik Nabers (knee), who is done for the year. Wan'Dale Robinson will remain New York's primary wide receiver while wide receiver Jalin Hyatt and tight ends Daniel Bellinger and Theo Johnson earn more targets from Jaxson Dart.
Oct 5, 2025 3:52 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton enters Week 5 as a high-upside, boom-or-bust flex option with an expanded role in the offense. Following the season-ending injury to Malik Nabers, Slayton now steps in as the clear WR2 and primary deep threat for rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart. While his season statistics are modest, ranking him as the WR78, his 15.0 yards per reception average highlights his ability to make big plays. This week, he faces a Saints defense that has been vulnerable to explosive plays, having allowed the second-most passing touchdowns (9) in the league, making them the 19th-friendliest defense to fantasy wide receivers and creating a perfect opportunity for Slayton to connect on a long score.
Oct 4, 2025 1:33 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton recorded three catches for 44 yards on four targets in his team's 21-18 Week 4 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Slayton has just nine catches for 135 yards on 12 targets so far in 2025, but he's likely to see a major uptick in target volume with star Giants wideout Malik Nabers (knee) likely out for the remainder of the season with what could be a torn ACL. In the two games Nabers missed in 2024, Slayton recorded 14 catches for 179 yards and a touchdown on 22 targets. Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson should also see more work in the passing game, but Slayton is the more explosive downfield threat. Slayton should be added in all fantasy leagues with 12 or more teams ahead of a favorable Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
Sep 29, 2025 10:26 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton remains a volatile, big-play-dependent fantasy option who is best left on benches for Week 4's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Slayton has struggled to earn consistent volume, seeing only eight targets all season, and now faces a Chargers secondary that allows the seventh-fewest fantasy points (28.4 FPPG) to wide receivers. While his fantasy production has been minimal (5.0 FPPG), his role as a deep threat (15.2 Y/R) could align with a big-armed rookie in Jaxson Dart, especially against a defense giving up the second-most passing yards (270). However, without any end zone targets and a low target floor, he is too risky to trust until he shows a connection with his new quarterback.
Sep 27, 2025 1:40 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (groin, calf) will play in his team's week 3 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Slayton was limited in practice this week due to groin and calf issues, but will not carry an injury designation into the weekend. The 28-year-old has two catches for 61 yards on just four targets through his first two games of the season. Slayton appears to be firmly behind both Malik Nabers and Wan'Dale Robinson in the target pecking order among wide receivers in New York. Slayton should remain off the radar of fantasy managers.
Sep 19, 2025 3:15 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (groin) popped up on Thursday's injury report and was listed as a limited participant in practice despite not showing up on the initial Week 2 injury report on Wednesday. If Slayton is unable to return to a full practice on Friday, he could be considered questionable for the Week 2 matchup against the division-rival Dallas Cowboys this Sunday. Even if the 28-year-old is cleared to play this weekend, fantasy managers in most leagues should be avoiding Slayton in a Giants offense that struggled to move the ball in the season-opening loss to the Washington Commanders under new quarterback Russell Wilson. At best, Slayton is a low-volume WR3 in New York's offense behind Malik Nabers and Wan'Dale Robinson. In Week 1, he failed to corral his only target from Wilson.
Sep 11, 2025 6:51 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is a long-shot fantasy option for Week 1 despite his speed and veteran presence. Coming off a season where he averaged 5.66 fantasy points per game, Slayton is not a recommended play for most fantasy leagues. The Washington Commanders' defense was the 8th-ranked fantasy defense against wide receivers in 2024, giving up 30.24 points per game. However, Slayton's role as a deep threat, combined with the presence of other receivers like Malik Nabers and Wan'Dale Robinson, will likely limit his target share. While his new quarterback, Russell Wilson, represents a potential upgrade, Slayton's fantasy value is too reliant on a big play to be trusted as a reliable starter.
Sep 6, 2025 1:49 AM EST
New York Giants wide receivers Malik Nabers (shoulder) and Darius Slayton (undisclosed) were not involved in pre-game warmups on Saturday and are not expected to suit up for the preseason opener against the Buffalo Bills, according to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post. It's a big chance for Jalin Hyatt to impress the coaches. Neither Nabers' or Slayton's injuries are serious, but the Giants will play it safe early in the preseason and hold them both out. In addition to a shoulder injury, the 22-year-old Nabers has also battled a toe injury since college, but it didn't slow him down at all in his rookie season in 2024, as he had a 109-1,204-7 line on 170 targets. Nabers' nagging injuries are worth watching closely, but as of now, there's no reason not to target him as a strong WR1 in fantasy drafts in 2025.
Aug 9, 2025 1:07 PM EST
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