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NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Smith-Schuster produced approximately 30 receptions for 350 yards a year ago. The source uses his production as a comparable benchmark for Cyrus Allen's projected rookie output, suggesting that replicating Smith-Schuster's numbers would be a strong debut for a fifth-round pick.

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NegativeValueAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Listed second on Sharp Football Analysis' best available free agent wide receivers list following Jayden Higgins' ACL injury. However, the source indicates that none of the free agents on this list, including Smith-Schuster, jump out as a plug-and-play replacement for Higgins, suggesting he is not an ideal solution for the Texans' immediate WR2 need.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

JuJu Smith-Schuster was released by the Steelers to make room for Najee Harris, marking a notable roster change that reflects the team's priorities and depth chart adjustments.

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NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Released by the Giants after dealing with an 'old knee' injury that flared up during the week; was not mentioned often in practice reports even before the knee issue; lost out to Odell Beckham Jr. and rookie Malachi Fields in the receiver competition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Hogs Haven

In the corresponding move for signing RB Najee Harris, the Giants are planning to release veteran WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, per sources. This represents a roster move to make room for Harris on the depth chart.

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NegativeValueAug 19, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Free agent wide receiver who posted 33 receptions, 345 yards, and 1 touchdown in 2025 with Chiefs before being released as Kansas City sought to rebuild skill-position group. Now available as potential reunion candidate amid current Chiefs receiver injuries; would be most experienced receiver on roster given NFL tenure since 2017.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster is being released by the Giants in the corresponding move to sign running back Najee Harris, indicating a roster reduction at wide receiver.

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NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

JuJu Smith-Schuster, who notched 33 receptions for 345 yards and a single touchdown in 2025 with the Chiefs, became a free agent after Kansas City let him leave in free agency this offseason as they sought to rebuild their skill-position group; he would immediately be the most experienced receiver on the roster if the Chiefs brought him back amid current wide receiver injuries.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Released by the Giants as a roster move, indicating a change in the team's receiving corps composition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Big Blue View

Veteran WR JuJu Smith-Schuster was released by the Giants.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Giants cut JuJu Smith-Schuster to make room for RB Najee Harris. Smith-Schuster suffered a knee injury and never gained traction in a deep position battle, though he did make a nice back-of-the-end-zone toe-tapping touchdown catch when healthy.

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NegativeNewsAug 18, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Released by Giants after signing in early June; was fourth-string receiver and did not play in first preseason game. Had 33 catches for 345 yards and 1 TD with Chiefs in 2025. Lost training camp battle to 33-year-old OBJ and Malachi Fields (big body blocking WR). Community notes career peaked at age 24 with 1400 yards in Year 2; subsequent years saw decline to sub-350 yards annually (Years 7–9). Defenders cite Super Bowl ring, 40M+ career earnings, and solid early production (900–1400 yards Seasons 1–2, 7 receptions in Super Bowl), but majority sentiment reflects washed status and TikTok distraction; some cite knee injuries as factor in decline.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster was released by the Giants after dealing with an 'old knee' injury that flared up during his time with the team; he was not mentioned often in practice reports even before the knee issue, suggesting limited role prospects.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Big Blue View

Released by the Giants after dealing with an "old knee" injury that flared up during training camp; wasn't mentioned often in practice reports even before the knee issue, signaling limited role and health concerns contributed to his exit.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster is listed as a fourth-string receiver on the Giants' depth chart and did not play in the team's first preseason game, setting up his release as the Giants sign running back Najee Harris.

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PositiveNewsAug 18, 2026Underdog NFL

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Schefter: Giants plan to release JuJu Smith-Schuster.

Schefter: Giants plan to release JuJu Smith-Schuster.

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PositiveNewsAug 18, 2026SleeperNFL

The Giants are planning to release WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, per @AdamSchefter

The Giants are planning to release WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, per @AdamSchefter

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster is being released by the Giants to make roster room for Harris. The veteran wide receiver was signed this offseason alongside Odell Beckham Jr. and Braxton Berrios to compete for depth chart spots and has been dealing with a knee injury that kept him sidelined for a significant portion of training camp.

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NegativeInjuryAug 14, 2026Big Blue View

Moved from bubble to long-shot status due to injury. While other players have been on the field making plays, Smith-Schuster has been in the training room working on what Harbaugh calls his 'old knee.' The source notes that 'the best ability is availability.'

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NegativeInjuryAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Moved from bubble to long shot status due to injury; has been in the training room working on what head coach John Harbaugh calls his 'old knee' rather than on the field making plays. The source notes that 'the best ability is availability,' indicating Smith-Schuster's injury status is a significant concern for his roster prospects.

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NegativeInjuryAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster is dealing with a knee injury and was a limited participant in practice.

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NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026Big Blue View

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster was limited in practice due to a knee injury, restricting his participation in team drills.

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NegativeInjuryAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster returned to limited practice participation on Thursday during Giants training camp after dealing with a knee injury.

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NegativeInjuryAug 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster (knee) remains limited at practice, indicating ongoing knee injury management during training camp.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice due to a knee injury.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Big Blue View

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice due to a knee injury, limiting his participation in training camp.

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PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Smith-Schuster was signed as a veteran receiver to enhance the Giants' receiving corps for Dart in 2026.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is managing a knee issue that the Giants anticipated when they signed him, per coach John Harbaugh.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Big Blue View

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is managing a knee issue during training camp. Coach John Harbaugh noted that the Giants were aware of this condition when they signed him, indicating it is a known pre-existing issue being monitored rather than a new injury.

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NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

JuJu Smith-Schuster is competing with Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III, Isaiah Hodgins, Braxton Berrios, Odell Beckham Jr., and Jalin Hyatt for final roster spots and playing time in the Giants' receiver room.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice due to a knee injury during Giants training camp.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice due to a knee injury.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

WR JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice Monday due to a knee injury.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Big Blue View

WR JuJu Smith-Schuster did not practice due to a knee injury, limiting his availability during training camp.

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PositiveValueAug 10, 202632BeatWriters

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The value of training camp stats day-to-day is debatable, but over a large sample size they help to illustrate who is being productive (and, perhaps more importantly, with which unit). So here are the stats for the Giants' passing game through the 10 practices in West Virginia in 11-on-11 periods: Jaxson Dart: 82-128 • Isaiah Likely: 17 • Calvin Austin: 10 • Tyrone Tracy: 8 • Devin Singletary: 8 • Darnell Mooney: 7 • Theo Johnson: 6 • Braxton Berrios: 6 • Malachi Fields: 4 • Chris Manhertz: 4...

The value of training camp stats day-to-day is debatable, but over a large sample size they help to illustrate who is being productive (and, perhaps more importantly, with which unit). So here are the stats for the Giants' passing game through the 10 practices in West Virginia in 11-on-11 periods: Jaxson Dart: 82-128 • Isaiah Likely: 17 • Calvin Austin: 10 • Tyrone Tracy: 8 • Devin Singletary: 8 • Darnell Mooney: 7 • Theo Johnson: 6 • Braxton Berrios: 6 • Malachi Fields: 4 • Chris Manhertz: 4...

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bubble player at wide receiver; no change from previous roster projection.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 9, 2026Big Blue View

Bubble player at wide receiver; status uncertain as of Week 2 roster projection.

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NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith-Schuster is part of the Giants' veteran-laden receiver room and is providing valuable competition and mentorship to rookie cornerback Colton Hood during training camp. Hood is learning from Smith-Schuster's experience and savviness.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

JuJu Smith-Schuster missed a practice during the week, indicating some absence from team activities.

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NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026Big Blue View

JuJu Smith-Schuster missed a practice this week, creating potential snaps at the WR position.

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