Another Questionable Move by the Front Office
The New York Giants re-signed Jude McAtamney to their practice squad less than 24 hours after cutting him, and to be honest, it’s frustrating. McAtamney missed two extra points in last Sunday’s one-point loss to the Broncos. Those mistakes directly cost the team a win, yet he’s already back in the building.
Most of us watching this team every week can’t make sense of it. McAtamney hasn’t shown he’s anywhere near NFL caliber. Bringing him back feels like a step backward for a roster that desperately needs stability at kicker.
The International Pathway Exemption
Technically, this move works because McAtamney is part of the NFL’s International Pathway Program, meaning he doesn’t count toward the standard 16-player practice squad limit. It’s a free roster slot, but that doesn’t make it a smart move. Just because you can do it doesn’t mean you should.
It’s one thing to stash a developmental player, but it’s another to keep a kicker who helped lose a winnable game. The optics are rough, and frustration around this decision is completely justified.
No Named Starter Yet
As of now, there’s still no official starting kicker. Graham Gano is practicing again but hasn’t been fully cleared. Signs point to him returning soon, but his injury history has become a real problem.
When your kicker can’t finish games, everything unravels. This isn’t new, either—mid-game injuries at the position have burned the Giants before, forcing awkward game plans and lost points. The patience with Gano’s health is wearing thin, and understandably so.
A Push for Koo
Younghoe Koo hasn’t been called up to the active roster, but judging by the buzz across social media, many believe he deserves a shot. He’s experienced, steady, and proven under pressure—exactly what this team lacks right now.
The Giants didn’t bring in any new kickers for workouts this week, which suggests they’ll stick with the current group. But that “wait and see” approach isn’t exactly comforting after multiple late-game collapses tied to special teams mistakes.
This Is About Trust
New York’s kicking situation has reached a breaking point. Confidence in the unit is gone. Trust has to be earned, and no one in this rotation has earned it yet.
McAtamney’s return feels like a move made out of convenience rather than conviction. He simply shouldn’t be in consideration for meaningful snaps. It’s time for the organization to stop circling the same drain and find a real, long-term answer.
What Comes Next
If Gano is cleared, he’ll likely reclaim the job, but durability remains a serious concern. The front office can’t afford to get blindsided by another injury setback.
That’s why Koo should be next in line. He’s been through the grind, delivered in clutch moments, and would bring a level of stability this group hasn’t had in a long time.
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