New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) appears before the first preseason game of the season on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford. New York Giants rookie running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. was taken off the field on Tuesday, but NFL Network reported that a diagnosis from the Hospital for Special Surgery gave him significant relief by nightfall.
According to NFL Network, Tracy may be placed on the day-to-day practice list with a low ankle sprain, contrary to the team's concerns that he suffered a serious non-contact injury during special teams drills.
Tracy, 24, carried the ball five times for 26 yards in the Giants' 14-3 victory over the Detroit Lions in the Giants' preseason opener on Thursday.
“It's very difficult. We put a lot into this,” running back Devin Singletary said after practice, fearing he might suffer long-term damage. “There's a lot of potential. It's great. Coming in as a rookie and playing the way he's been playing, I would say he doesn't really play like a rookie. He's like a second-year or third-year player, and of course, he's still There's room to grow, but he's off to a good start.
The Giants selected Tracy in the fifth round of April's draft. The 5-foot-10, 210-pound back ranks third on the team's running back depth chart.
He began his college career at Iowa State and finished his college career at Purdue University. In 2023, he rushed for 716 yards, including three 100-yard games. He threw for 1,277 yards all-around, including 408 yards on kickoff returns.
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