The New York Giants have officially placed defensive tackle Armon Watts (knee) on injured reserve (IR). And with a spot open, running back Dante Miller has been signed from the practice squad to the active roster.
The Giants signed Miller in April after eligibility issues cost him a final season at South Carolina. He was also ruled ineligible for the 2024 NFL draft, which made him a pre-draft rookie free agent.
“There was a national scout for the Giants named Mike Derice who knew about me from my time at Columbia,” Miller said after being signed. “The Giants were interested in me and he asked about my eligibility situation at South Carolina.
“After I put up my numbers at my pro day, I was invited to a private workout. I worked out in front of the coaching staff and the front office staff. It took me about a day to realize New York is a great place to be. It’s a great organization to play for and I hope I bring a lot to the team.”
The Giants liked what they saw from “Lil Turbo” and he’s remained on their practice squad throughout the season, being elevated twice — both in Week 5 and Week 6.
However, Miller’s role was limited. He took just a single offensive snap and seven special teams snaps, recording one tackle in those games.
It’s unclear what role he will fill in Week 18.
Meanwhile, the Giants also elevated linebacker Boogie Basham and offensive tackle Tyre Phillips ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles game.
For both Basham and Phillips, it is their third standard elevation.
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