The New York Giants have signed linebacker Khalid Kareem to strengthen their defense. This move follows the placement of rookie cornerback Thaddeus Dixon on injured reserve due to a torn Achilles injury.
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New York Giants signed linebacker Khalid Kareem
Khalid Kareem is 28 years old
Thaddeus Dixon placed on injured reserve due to injury
Kareem played college football at Notre Dame
He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals
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In a corresponding move, the Giants placed rookie cornerback Thaddeus Dixon on injured reserve (IR) after he suffered a torn Achilles during workouts this week.
Kareem, 28, brings experience as a rotational edge defender. The Detroit native played college football at Notre Dame before being selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round (147th overall) of the 2020 NFL draft. He has appeared in games for the Bengals, Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and, most recently, the Atlanta Falcons.
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Q&A
Why did the New York Giants sign Khalid Kareem?
The Giants signed Khalid Kareem to bolster their front seven after placing rookie cornerback Thaddeus Dixon on injured reserve.
What injury did Thaddeus Dixon suffer?
Thaddeus Dixon suffered a torn Achilles during workouts, leading to his placement on injured reserve.
What teams has Khalid Kareem played for in the NFL?
Khalid Kareem has played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and Atlanta Falcons.
What round was Khalid Kareem drafted in the 2020 NFL Draft?
Khalid Kareem was selected in the fifth round as the 147th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
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Over 34 career games (one start), Kareem has recorded 41 total tackles, one sack, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 255 pounds, he provides depth and special teams contributions for a Giants team looking to improve its pass rush and linebacker versatility.
Dixon, an undrafted free agent out of North Carolina, was expected to compete for playing time in the secondary but will miss the 2026 season while recovering from the injury. The Giants continue to reshape their roster ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Meanwhile, the Giants worked out veteran cornerback Sam Webb today, reports NFL insider Aaron Wilson.
Webb, a four-year veteran, spent the 2025 season with the Cleveland Browns. The defensive back recorded eight tackles and one pass defensed across seven appearances last season, starting just two games.
The talented cornerback has bounced around the league throughout his career, having played for the Raiders and Panthers before signing with Cleveland in 2025.
The Giants also hosted cornerback Nazeeh Johnson on Thursday.
