Darius Slayton


Headshot of Darius Slayton
Position: WR
Jersey #: 18
Date of Birth: January 12, 1997
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 190 lbs
College: Auburn
Drafted: Round , Pick 171 in 2019 by NYG
First Team: NYG (2019)
Last Team: NYG (2026)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

Year Team Games Rec Targets Rec Yds TDs YAC 1st Downs Fumbles Fantasy
2025NYG143763538119823162
2024NYG163971573212430071
2023NYG1750797704298290101
2022NYG134671724226230182
2021NYG13265833926514143
2020NYG165096751315940191
2019NYG1448847408192320122

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Darius Slayton - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: January 12, 1997

College: Auburn University

Position: Wide Receiver (WR)

Professional Career

  • Team: New York Giants (2019 - 2024)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted: Darius Slayton was selected by the New York Giants in the 5th round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
  • Rookie Season: In his rookie year, Slayton made an immediate impact with 48 receptions for 740 yards and 8 touchdowns.
  • Notable Game: On October 22, 2019, Slayton had a breakout performance against the Washington Football Team, catching 2 touchdown passes.
  • Consistency: Throughout his tenure with the Giants, Slayton became known for his deep-threat ability and reliability as a target for quarterbacks.
  • Team Contributions: Slayton played a significant role in the Giants' offense, contributing to key wins and showcasing his skills as a dynamic receiver.

Playing Style

Darius Slayton is recognized for his speed, route-running ability, and knack for making big plays. His performance has earned him a place as one of the key offensive weapons for the Giants during his career.

Darius Slayton has established himself as a valuable player for the New York Giants, showcasing his talent since being drafted in
2019. His contributions have made a significant impact on the team's offensive strategy over the years.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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#59Wide Receivers

MFT Score: 80.9

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