The New York Giants have officially announced that they have reached an agreement in principle with free agent running back Dante Miller, pending the completion of a physical examination.
Miller, standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing 200 pounds, showcased his talents during his college career at South Carolina and previously at Columbia University. Accumulating 1,319 rushing yards on 264 carries with six touchdowns, he has participated in 32 career games, including seven starts.
During his tenure at Columbia, Miller’s debut season saw him in action for six games, with one start, until he sustained a season-ending injury during a match against Dartmouth on October 20. Notably, he was twice honored as the “Ivy League Rookie of the Week” (on September 17 and October 8), amassing 339 all-purpose yards. His remarkable 83-yard run established a record as the longest run by a first-year player in the school’s history and the sixth longest overall.
He never quit and now the hard work is paying off!!
Congratulations to @LilTurboo on signing with the @Giants! pic.twitter.com/P4qe7ZEJYr
— Gamecock Football (@GamecockFB) April 5, 2024
Miller’s journey to the NFL was marked by an unusual twist due to a misinterpretation by South Carolina’s compliance department. Despite technically being eligible for the previous year’s draft and supplemental draft, confusion surrounding his status left him in a state of uncertainty.
His participation in South Carolina’s pro day last month showcased his exceptional speed and physical attributes, highlighted by an impressive 4.27-second 40-yard dash time. Given the eligibility confusion during his college years, it was determined that Miller would not be eligible for this year’s draft or the subsequent supplemental draft, thus enabling him to sign as a free agent with the team of his choosing.
Pending the finalization of his contract, Miller will be able to commence participation in the Giants’ offseason program scheduled to begin on April 15th.
