Slayton Out, Chiefs In | NFL News

0:00It's September 7. You're listening to NFL News today, AI-powered NFL coverage. The New York Giants made a move, cutting ties with Darius Sladen, their longest tenured wide receiver. He was originally drafted back in 2019 and was supposed to be a starter for them this season. Despite a decent career, he couldn't quite live up to the expectations of his three-year $36 million deal, especially with the team. Being in new leadership and shuffling their receiving core, this move wasn't entirely out of the blue. The Giants have been busy this all season, adding players like Calvin Austin, who unfortunately got injured, and bringing back Odell Beckham Jr. They also drafted Malachi Fields, signaling a clear shift in their offensive strategy and making Sladen spot on the roster less secure. Sladen, who's still only 29, is expected to draw interest from other teams quickly. He might have to take a less lucrative contract to prove himself again, but he still got talent and could easily find a starting role elsewhere.

1:02It seems like his departure was a matter of win, not if, especially with the team's recent moves. Looking ahead, there are a few teams that could make sense for Sladen. The Dallas Cowboys might consider him to add death behind their current receivers. The Los Angeles Chargers, who haven't signed many free agent wideouts, could use his experience to support Justin Herbert. The Indianapolis Colts, after trading Michael Pittman Jr. might see him as a good option to compliment their existing receivers. The New Orleans Saints could use him to fill a gap while a rookie receiver gets up to speed. But perhaps the most logical fit is the Kansas City Chiefs. They've been looking to rebuild their receiving group for a while now, and could really use a playmaker like Sladen to bolster their offense alongside. Rashi Rice and Xavier Worthy