Giants Release Veteran Linebacker Jihad Ward

The New York Giants faced a setback in their Week 6 game against the New Orleans Saints, ending with a 34-27 loss on Sunday. Following this defeat, the team made a significant change to their roster by releasing linebacker Jihad Ward.

Jihad Ward, a former second-round NFL draft pick, had joined the Giants recently after being signed from the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad. At 32 years old, Ward is now on the lookout for new opportunities after the Giants decided to release him.

During his brief tenure with the Giants, Ward played in two games and made one solo tackle. Previously, he had a productive season with the Tennessee Titans, recording five sacks and 31 combined tackles over 17 games.

With an extensive career comprising 138 NFL games, Ward has accumulated 24 sacks and 200 combined tackles. His experience might attract teams seeking seasoned players to enhance their roster.