Former first-round pick Danny Shelton has agreed to join the Giants on a one-year contract that will likely end up being a "prove it" deal for the 27-year-old defensive lineman.
The New York Giants are searching for a replacement for defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson, who departed the club via free agency and signed a two-year deal with the Minnesota Vikings.
Trufant tallied 20 total tackles, one interception, a sack and four passes defended in his first six games with the Lions after signing a two-year contract in the offseason.