They are second-year defensive tackle Louis Nix III, previously of the Houston Texans, and fourth-year cornerback and return specialist Asa Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens. To make room on the roster, the Giants released veteran defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis and waived cornerback Mike Harris. Ellis, a former Jet, signed with the Giants as a free agent this past March, while Harris came over from the Lions’ practice squad on Oct.
East Rutherford, NJ -- The New York Giants today claimed two defensive players off waivers, both of whom were waived on Saturday as clubs reached the NFL’s 53-man roster limit.
Giants awarded DT Louis Nix & CB Asa Jackson off waivers
