Nathan

Stupar

Born in London, Crawford was a three-year starter at Penn State. On a deep defensive line, he’ll likely begin his career as a special teamer. Born in Angola with time in France and Brazil, the raw Bilukidi established a Georgia State record with 10 sacks in two years. Stupar, Crawford’s teammate with the Nittany Lions, has a shot at a roster spot in a shallow linebacking corps.

Alec Ogletree’s (hamstring) and Tae Davis’ (concussion) doubtful statuses for Sunday made it pressing to bring back a body familiar with the defensive scheme. Stupar appeared in all 16 games for the Giants last season.

Stupar became expendable when New York signed Dave Gettleman favorite David Mayo earlier this week. The Giants will likely promote a practice squadder to fill their roster vacancy.

Stupar appeared in all 16 games with the Giants after getting released from the Saints at final cuts. The career journeyman will return in a special teams role.

Stupar has a high motor, but stands at 6'2/241 and wasn’t a starter for Penn State until a torn ACL to the team’s starting middle linebacker forced him into the lineup. He figures to be a weak side linebacker and special teams contributor in the pros. The Raiders aren’t very deep at the linebacker position, giving Stupar a chance to earn a roster spot behind projected starting WLB Aaron Curry.

He was hurt while covering a punt. Stupar is a mainstay on the kick-coverage units.

A highly productive special teamer, Stupar makes limited contributions on defense.

28-year-old Stupar was non-tendered in restricted free agency by Atlanta. He’ll add depth at multiple spots and provide an upgrade on special teams.

Stupar suffered a torn ACL last October. While he is not quite back to full health, he is “feeling great” and getting in some work during the offseason program. He should be a full-go when training camp opens.

Atlanta is desperate for inside linebacker help, although Stupar’s mark should mostly be made on special teams. He’s not a starting-caliber talent.