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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about Dalen Cambre
NegativeDepth ChartSep 22, 2026
Wide receiver on Giants practice squad roster.NegativeDepth ChartSep 16, 2026
Wide receiver/special teamer Dalen Cambre was waived on Monday and has been re-signed to the practice squad. Cambre was initially signed from the practice squad to the 53-man roster on Saturday as a contingency in case Malik Nabers would not play, but remained inactive when Nabers played in the Giants' 28-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.NegativeDepth ChartSep 14, 2026
The source reports that the New York Giants waived wide receiver/special teamer Dalen Cambre, a second-year player, just one day after adding him to the 53-man roster on Saturday. Cambre figures to return to the practice squad if he clears waivers.NegativeDepth ChartSep 14, 2026
Cambre was signed to the 53-man roster Saturday as insurance in case Malik Nabers did not play, indicating he is a depth option at wide receiver.NegativeDepth ChartSep 13, 2026
Dalen Cambre, signed to the 53-man roster on Saturday, will be inactive for the Giants' game against the Cowboys as a result of Malik Nabers being cleared to play.NegativeDepth ChartSep 13, 2026
The Giants elevated WR Dalen Cambre to the active roster ahead of the season opener, a move that signals contingency planning for potential unavailability of Malik Nabers.NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026
Dalen Cambre was signed by the Giants from the practice squad on Saturday ahead of Week 1, potentially as a depth move or insurance policy related to Malik Nabers' availability.PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026
Dalen Cambre was promoted from the practice squad to the Giants' 53-man roster just before Week 1 against Dallas, serving as insurance coverage in case Malik Nabers cannot play. The 25-year-old undrafted receiver impressed in training camp after appearing in seven games in 2025 following a December promotion last season.NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026
Dalen Cambre was signed to the active roster off the practice squad for Sunday's game against the Cowboys; he spent most of last season on the practice squad and appeared in one game.PositiveRoleSep 12, 2026
Signed to active roster from practice squad after impressing in training camp; head coach John Harbaugh praised his special teams work, route running, and catch-making ability, saying 'I see him make a circus catch every single day' and 'he's doing all the other things. He's doing special teams. He knows what he's doing. He's running great routes.' Cambre played in seven games almost exclusively on special teams last season and is now one of five wide receivers on the Giants roster.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
Practice squad receiver who outperformed Darius Slayton during Giants training camp, indicating strong performance relative to the veteran receiver.NegativeDepth ChartSep 8, 2026
Currently on Giants' practice squad; remains an option for the team as they evaluate their receiving corps following Slayton's release.PositiveRoleSep 4, 2026
Return specialist Dalen Cambre is one of three return specialists the Giants are effectively carrying without using a roster spot, as each can be elevated three times, giving the team 9 games worth of return specialists before needing to roster one.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Dalen Cambre's eligibility for the Giants' practice squad depends on waiver claim outcomes; he may be claimed by another team during the waiver period that ends Monday at 1 p.m. ET before the Giants can formally sign practice squad players.NegativeUsageAug 29, 2026
Dalen Cambre played 37 snaps in the Giants' preseason finale against the Jets, matching Isaiah Hodgins and exceeding both Darius Slayton and Odell Beckham Jr., who each played 33 snaps in a game where most obvious starters were held out.PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026
Cambre, a former undrafted free agent, is competing for a wide receiver roster spot and could make the roster based on his performance under Harbaugh's meritocracy system. The source highlights him as an example of a player who could earn a spot despite his undrafted status.NegativeDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
Dalen Cambre has an edge over Odell Beckham in the roster competition because he can play special teams, giving him additional value in the final roster cuts.NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026
Competing for roster spots in the Giants' wide receiver logjam; if all receivers remain healthy, it would be difficult to find playing time for Cambre alongside Odell Beckham Jr., Darnell Mooney, and Darius Slayton.PositiveProjectionAug 23, 2026
Cambre graded above 70 for the second consecutive week, catching all three balls thrown his way after catching the only pass thrown to him in week one; the source notes Cambre likely won't survive roster cuts given the crowded wide receiver room, though he has played special teams and could be a practice squad candidate.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Cambre is positioned as a special teams ace who keeps showing he can be useful as a receiver when needed, making him a viable candidate for a potential seventh wide receiver roster spot. The source frames him as a practical alternative to the sentimental choice of Odell Beckham Jr., with the advantage of contributing on special teams coverage.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
The second-year wide receiver/special teamer entered in the second half and made the most of it; he made the opening kickoff tackle, caught three passes on three targets for 26 yards, and all three catches resulted in first downs (8 yards on third-and-7, 9 yards on third-and-8, and 9 yards on another third-and-8).NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026
Cambre caught a few passes from Allen and Haener late in the game as he continues to fight for a roster spot, primarily as a special teamer.PositiveValueAug 22, 2026
Cambre may have more value on game days than Odell Beckham Jr. because he can be a core special teams player, positioning him as a potential roster lock ahead of Beckham in the Giants' wide receiver competition.PositiveDepth ChartAug 22, 2026
Cambre has value as a core special teams player and might have more game-day value than Odell Beckham Jr. if the Giants keep a seventh wide receiver, potentially positioning him ahead of Beckham on the roster bubble.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Second-year wide receiver Cambre was the gunner on the first punt of the second half; he helped contain the returner and hustled from behind to make the tackle. The source notes it's plays like that which could ultimately propel Cambre into the final 53-man roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 14, 2026
Bubble player at wide receiver competing for a roster spot on the Giants.NegativeDepth ChartAug 9, 2026
Bubble player at wide receiver; no change from previous roster projection.PositiveRoleAug 8, 2026
Cambre is pushing for a roster spot and the source notes he can keep his push going, indicating he is competing for a position on the team during the final days of camp.PositiveUsageAug 8, 2026
The receiver had a busy day in Friday's practice and produced a highlight catch on a hitch route, spinning away from cornerback Colton Hood to showcase his ability to create separation and yards after the catch.PositiveRoleAug 6, 2026
Dalen Cambre has been outstanding in training camp, though the source notes he is not an every-down NFL receiver, limiting his role despite strong camp performance.PositiveBreakoutAug 6, 2026
Undrafted rookie wide receiver Dalen Cambre, who played 16 offensive snaps and 89 special-teams snaps in seven games for the Giants last season, is 'making a move' with a bunch of highlight catches in training camp. Head coach John Harbaugh said: 'I think he's done a great job, and he's got our attention.'PositiveBreakoutAug 5, 2026
In his second season, Cambre has had an exceptional start to camp as he bids for one of the backup wide receiver spots. He has made several highlight-reel catches in camp, including one Wednesday on a deep ball down the right sideline from Jameis Winston. Coach John Harbaugh said: "I see him make a circus catch every single day. And not just that, he's doing all the other things. He's doing special teams. He knows what he's doing. He's running great routes. I think he's making a move. I think he's done a great job and he's got our attention." The source notes it is surprising given Cambre caught only 10 passes as a college player.PositiveBreakoutAug 5, 2026
In his second season, Cambre has had an exceptional start to camp as he bids for one of the backup wide receiver spots. He has made several highlight-reel catches in camp, including one on Wednesday on a deep ball down the right sideline from Jameis Winston. Head coach John Harbaugh noted that Cambre makes 'a circus catch every single day' and is excelling in all aspects: special teams, route running, and overall execution. This is notable given Cambre caught only 10 passes as a college player.PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026
Camp standout who shook rookie CB Colton Hood in coverage during one-on-one drills, demonstrating strong separation ability and competitive performance against defensive backs.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
The second-year wide receiver had the play of the day for the offense in Monday's practice. In driving rain, Cambre leaped to take a deep 50-50 ball away from cornerback Korie Black, and when the ball popped into the air, a stumbling Cambre grabbed it for a long catch before falling out of bounds, demonstrating strong ball skills and competitive ability.NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Active WR in practice during training camp session.NegativeDepth ChartAug 3, 2026
Dalen Cambre moved from long shot to bubble status on the New York Giants' 53-man roster projection at wide receiver due to special teams value, improving his roster chances heading into Week 1.PositiveUsageJul 31, 2026
The second-year wide receiver/special teamer made a fantastic adjustment on a deep ball thrown by Jameis Winston to haul in the ball against tight coverage from rookie cornerback Colton Hood. The source notes that if not for Alexander's interception, Cambre would have received Play of the Day honors.PositiveUsageJul 31, 2026
The second-year wide receiver/special teamer made a fantastic adjustment on a deep ball thrown by Jameis Winston, hauling in the catch against tight coverage from rookie cornerback Colton Hood. The source notes that if not for Alexander's interception, Cambre would have received Play of the Day honors, indicating strong performance in contested-catch situations.