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New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / September 5
D.J. Reader Vows to Fix Giants' Run Defense His Own Way
The New York Giants signed the No. 1 free agent defensive lineman to bolster their 31st-ranked run defense last season. Yet, D.J. Reader is also tasked with replacing arguably the best D-lineman in the game, in Dexter Lawrence.
New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / July 23
This Giants Newcomer Named an Under-the Radar Impact Player
It's no secret the New York Giants struggled to stop the run in 2025. The main question is how they are going to be able to do so this upcoming season.
New York Giants News / Yardbarker / June 29
Which Giants have the most on the line in 2026?
Ending the struggle starts with the stars and their play on the field, but there are plenty more Giants who can make a significant impact this season.
The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Football Analysis / May 16
Lions Lose $12.5M Reader To Giants And Get Zero Comp Pick Due To NFL Loophole
DJ Reader visited the Giants in mid-April. Reports surfaced almost immediately: a deal was close. Then nothing happened. No announcement. No contract. The calendar crept past the NFL Draft, past April 27, past the date that matters more than most fans realize.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 14
Detroit Lions Schedule Release: The Lions will play against a former Detroit defensive lineman who had some not-so-nice words for Lions fans on Monday Night Football
The boo birds are going to be out in primetime for this Lions matchup on Monday Night Football The Detroit Lions are racking up primetime games as we speak.
Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 11
NFC Notes: Odell Beckham, Jalen Hurts, D.J. Reader, Eagles, Giants
Following a disappointing offensive season in 2025, the Eagles moved on from OC Kevin Patullo in favor of Sean Mannion for the upcoming season. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler went on NFL Live and spoke on the Eagles’ new OC.
NFL News / New York Giants on SI / May 8
Lomas Brown on Why D.J. Reader is a Key Piece to Unleash the Giants' Pass Rush
Joe Schoen’s mission was clear yet incomplete following the NFL Draft. The general manager had fortified all but one of the consensus soft spots on the New York Giants ’ roster, and there was only one veteran free agent left on the market who could reasonably plug their hole at nose tackle.
Detroit Lions News / Football Analysis / May 7
Lions Pay The Price As Giants Exploit NFL’s 32-Year-Old Loophole To Dodge $12.5M Comp Hit
DJ Reader walked into the Giants’ facility on April 13, toured the building, met the coaches, and left without signing a contract. Roughly three weeks later, he put pen to paper.
NFL News / Field Level Media / May 5
Reports: Giants sign DT DJ Reader to two-year deal
Veteran defensive tackle DJ Reader is signing a two-year deal with the New York Giants, according to multiple reports on Tuesday. The contract is reportedly worth $12.5 million, but can escalate to $15.5 if the 10-year veteran reaches incentives.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 5
Giants sign veteran DT in attempt to fill Dexter Lawrence II-sized hole
The New York Giants have a huge gap to fill along their defensive front after trading defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
Giants Finalizing Deal With DT D.J. Reader
According to Ian Rapoport, the Giants are finalizing a contract for veteran DT D.J. Reader. He’s been a target of New York’s for a while but it took some
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 5
Giants To Sign DT D.J. Reader
The Giants-D.J. Reader buzz is expected to produce a deal. The sides are finalizing an agreement that will move the veteran to a fourth NFL team, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
Giants ‘Still A Possibility’ For DT D.J. Reader
Before the draft, the Giants were expected to sign veteran DT D.J. Reader, but they signed DTs Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu since then. Jordan Schultz reported earlier this week that the Giants are still in the mix for Reader despite the two additions, but they have competition for the veteran’s services.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 4
Giants Still “In The Mix” For DT D.J. Reader
The Giants continue to be connected to D.J. Reader. Jordan Schultz reported last week that the Giants are “very much in the mix” for the free agent defensive
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 30
Giants Have Competition To Sign DT D.J. Reader
It was reported the Giants were expected to sign veteran DT D.J. Reader following the draft after trading DT Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati. Per Jordan Schultz, the Giants are “still very much in the mix” for Reader, but they have real competition from other teams.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 22
Giants may already have a Dexter Lawrence replacement
The New York Giants landed a huge return for veteran DT Dexter Lawrence. Do they already have a replacement in mind?
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 21
Report: Giants Expect To Sign DT D.J. Reader After Draft
Per Paul Schwartz of the New York Post, the Giants are expected to sign DT D.J. Reader following the draft. Schwartz mentions the timing will help them in the compensatory pick formula.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 14
Do Giants view D.J. Reader as a possible replacement for Dexter Lawrence II?
Are the Giants eyeing a Lawrence replacement?
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 13
Giants Meet With DT D.J. Reader
Regardless of Dexter Lawrence‘s 2026 status, defensive tackle is on the Giants’ radar. They are still a bit light at the position, and last year’s squad ranked 31st in stopping the run.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 26
Ravens Host DT D.J. Reader
Defensive tackle D.J. Reader is among several established veterans still waiting for a contract two-plus weeks into free agency, but there is interest in the 31-year-old.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 22
DJ Reader Does Not Mince Words With Critics
In the waking hours following a crushing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, there were a lot of emotions for the Detroit Lions to deal with. There was the final sequence, with two touchdowns being negated due to penalties.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 3
Lions DJ Reader Is Holding Defense Together
When Detroit Lions defensive tackle DJ Reader talks, players and coaches listen. In his 10th NFL season, Reader has amassed important experience over the course of his career.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 29, 2025
Why DJ Reader Was Listed as Lions Bounce-Back Player
Veteran Detroit Lions defensive lineman DJ Reader is entering the 2025 season the healthiest he has felt in quite some time. Typically, professional athletes feel they get back to their old self the second season back from a significant injury.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / December 13, 2024
DJ Reader leaves no doubt about his status for Sunday against the Bills
The list of injured Detroit Lions' defensive players has seemed to have multiple someone's added to it every week, and Thanksgiving Day was no different.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 25, 2024
DJ Reader has a strong early impression of his Lions' teammates
Now into his ninth season, Lions defensive tackle DJ Reader has played on some good teams. He played in a Super Bowl with the Cincinnati Bengals to conclude the 2021 season, and the Houston Texans made the playoffs multiple times over his four seasons there to start his career.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24, 2024
DJ Reader Feels Lions Most Talented Team He Has Played For
The Detroit Lions roster is as deep as it has been in recent memory. As the team is battling through myriad of injuries, there is more hope the team can continue it's winning ways, due to depth at several different positions.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2, 2024
Lions DT D.J. Reader likely to miss time during training camp
The veteran defensive tackle is continuing to recover from his second career quad tear.
Detroit Lions News / NFL Analysis Network / April 4, 2024
Detroit Lions New Defender Sends Major Warning To NFL
The 2023 NFL season witnessed a remarkable resurgence from the Detroit Lions, marking a significant departure from their previous struggles in the NFC North.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14, 2024
Bengals preparing to say goodbye to top free agent with latest signing
The Bengals needed to add another key piece on defense after allowing the second-most total yards per game in the NFL last season.
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