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New York Giants waive DB Anthony Johnson Jr.
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The New York Giants have waived defensive back Anthony Johnson Jr .
Johnson, a safety who joined the team in August 2024 after being claimed off waivers from the Green Bay Packers , saw limited action primarily on special teams during his tenure in New York . He appeared in nine games in 2024, contributing mostly in reserve roles with minimal defensive snaps late in the season.
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Originally a seventh-round pick (242nd overall) by the Packers in the 2023 NFL draft out of Iowa State, where he transitioned from cornerback to safety and earned second-team All-Big 12 honors in 2022, Johnson spent his rookie year in Green Bay . There, he played in 12 games, recording 24 tackles, three pass deflections, and one interception while seeing time on defense and special teams.
The 26-year-old, listed at 6-foot, 205 pounds, was unable to secure a consistent role with the Giants and was ultimately released following a failed physical designation earlier in 2025, leading to his placement on the reserve/PUP list before the final waiver.
This transaction clears space as the team manages its roster ahead of the upcoming league year.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants waive DB Anthony Johnson Jr.
