The New York Giants threw a curveball on Saturday, promoting defensive lineman Elijah Garcia from the practice squad.

It’s the kind of move that raises eyebrows — not because Garcia can’t contribute, but because of the timing.

Garcia’s journey to the Giants

Garcia’s path has been far from straightforward. The undrafted lineman out of Rice entered the NFL with the Rams in 2022.

After one year in Los Angeles, he bounced to the Denver Broncos, grinding to keep his career alive as a depth option.

This offseason, Garcia found himself in New York, quietly fighting for a roster spot along one of the league’s deeper defensive lines.

During the preseason, Garcia logged 75 snaps, tallying two pressures, four tackles, one missed attempt, and four key run stops.

He didn’t dominate, but he did e

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