EAST RUTHERFORD - Peyton Hillis is the latest victim of the trail of cuts being unleashed by the New York Giants, as the tailback of four seasons was released on Wednesday, according to reports.
Hillis rushed for 1,258 yards in that time, though finished last season on injured reserve after suffering a concussion, his second in as many years.
2014 found him carry only 26 times for 117 yards after a breakout season with the Browns recently, which saw him rack up 1,177 yards and earn a place on the cover of Madden. He has also suited up for the Broncos and Chiefs.
Hillis joined the Giants in 2013 after starting back David Wilson suffered a season-ending neck injury.
A seven-year veteran from Arkansas, Hillis rushed for 23 touchdowns on 2,832 yards in his career, adding 1,050 yards and three scores as a receiver.
New York released nine-year veteran defensive end Mathias Kiwanuka on Tuesday. The two releases will free up around $6 million in cap space for the team, as Hillis was due $945,000 against the cap.
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