The New York Giants are once again turning the page at kicker, heading into Week 16 with their fourth different player at the position this season. It’s been a revolving door in the kicking game for Big Blue, and now Ben Sauls is the next man up.
Let’s break it down.
The Giants have cycled through Graham Gano, Jude McAtamney, and most recently Younghoe Koo. Koo, who was brought in to provide some stability, was released earlier this week after missing two field goals over the weekend. That performance was the final straw for a team that’s had little margin for error in close games.
Naturally, the search for the next kicker sparked a wave of speculation - and a bit of misinformation.
One viral post on X (formerly Twitter) claimed that the Giants were signing none other than Justin Tucker, widely considered the most accurate kicker in NFL history. That would’ve been a seismic move, no doubt - except it’s not happening.
The post originated from a well-known parody account and quickly racked up views. But let’s be clear: the Giants are not signing Justin Tucker. While Tucker is technically a free agent after clearing his suspension, no team has picked him up, and there’s no indication that’s about to change.
Instead, the Giants are sticking with someone already in-house. Ben Sauls, a left-footed kicker known for his strong leg and poise under pressure, is getting the nod. He’s been with the team and is now stepping into the spotlight as the latest solution in what’s become a season-long kicking carousel.
For a team trying to claw its way to the finish line with dignity - and maybe a few wins - consistency in the kicking game is more than just a luxury. It’s a necessity. The Giants are hoping Sauls can bring some of that as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Stay tuned - in a year like this, nothing seems off the table.