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New York Giants sign LB Devante Downs off practice squad (Report)

The New York Giants are adding depth to their linebacking corps, which has depleted for much of this season.

On Tuesday, Big Blue reportedly signed linebacker Devante Downs off their practice squad. The team previously signed Downs to the practice squad on Oct. 1 of this season.

Roster update: Giants waive TE Garrett Dickerson, sign LB Devante Downs from practice squad

— Dan Salomone (@NYGsalomone) October 22, 2019

The Minnesota Vikings selected Downs in the seventh round (No. 225 overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft out of the University of California-Berkeley.