Context:

Wide receiver Lil'jordan Humphrey, who has played for multiple NFL teams including the New Orleans Saints and Denver Broncos, was signed by the New York Giants to a one-year deal in March. However, the Giants released him on May 9 to make room for rookie camp roster requirements, only to re-sign him a few days later after the camp concluded. This sequence of events has created confusion, but Humphrey now looks to establish himself in the Giants' offense led by Russell Wilson. As a vested veteran, Humphrey was not subject to waivers when released, allowing for his quick re-signing. The transactions highlight the unpredictable nature of NFL roster management, impacting both the player and team dynamics.

Dive Deeper:

• Lil'jordan Humphrey began his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints, later playing with the New England Patriots and spending the last two seasons with the Denver Broncos under coach Sean Payton.

• In March, the New York Giants signed Humphrey to a one-year contract, hoping to integrate him into their offensive lineup.

• Despite this, on May 9, the Giants released Humphrey to free up a roster spot for rookies, a move that momentarily ended his time with the team.

• Just days after releasing him, the Giants re-signed Humphrey following the conclusion of rookie minicamp, illustrating the fluidity of NFL roster decisions.

• Humphrey's status as a vested veteran exempted him from the waiver process, allowing for his swift return to the Giants without other teams claiming him.

• The re-signing suggests that the Giants see potential value in Humphrey's experience and skills as they refine their offensive strategies.

• This series of transactions underscores the often complex and strategic nature of managing NFL rosters, as well as the resilience required from players navigating such changes.

• The New York Giants continue to confuse a lot of people. 

• This time, it is wide receiver Lil'jordan Humphrey. The veteran has been around the NFL with a number of teams. He began his career with the New Orleans Saints, then played with the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos. 

• Humphrey's last two seasons were in Denver as he reunited with Sean Payton, who was his head coach in New Orleans. 

• In the offseason, the Giants signed Humphrey to a one-year deal in March. But, on May 9, the Giants released Humphrey. 

• Now, days later, the Giants have re-signed him in an exhausting turn of events for the wide receiver. Giants insider Art Stapleton revealed the news early on Monday. 

• "Giants are re-signing WR Lil’ Jordan Humphrey, per sources. Was released over the weekend for a roster spot for rookie camp. He is a vested veteran and not subject to waivers." 

• So, here's a timeline: 

• • Jan. 5: Humphrey had two catches in the Broncos final regular-season game 
  • March: Signed with Giants 
  • May 9: Released by Giants 
  • May 12: Re-signed by Giants 
  As Stapleton wrote, it appears Humphrey was released to clear a roster spot for rookie camp, and they brought him right back after rookie minicamp came to an end. 

• It must be tiring for both sides in this circus, but now Humphrey is back with his one-year, veteran minimum deal and looking to carve out a role with this new-look Giants offense with Russell Wilson under center. 

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