Former Eagles tackles Cullen Jenkins and Mike Patterson, cornerback Aaron Ross and linebacker Conner were signed as free agents.

WSJ: Giants take 2 D linemen in 2nd, 3rd rounds

The Eagles released Jenkins and fellow defensive tackle Mike Patterson late last month.

WSJ: AP Source: Giants reach agreement with DT Jenkins

Co-founded by Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley in 1996, Drive-By Truckers already had a firm musical base, straddling the line between Southern culture celebration and critique.

NPR: Drive-By Truckers: Southern Rock Meets Soul