Giants Rookie Tyrone Tracy Jr. Carted Off with Ankle Injury During Practice

In a concerning development for the New York Giants, rookie running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. was carted off the field during Tuesday’s practice due to an ankle injury. The incident occurred when Tracy muffed a kickoff and fell to the ground without contact while trying to recover the ball. The team has announced that he will undergo further imaging at the Hospital for Special Surgery to assess the extent of the injury. Tracy, a fifth-round draft pick from Purdue, was vying for a backup position behind starter Devin Singletary and was also considered a candidate for kick return duties. In the preseason opener against the Detroit Lions, he showcased his potential by rushing for 26 yards on five carries. Singletary expressed his concern for Tracy, stating, “We put a lot into this... we hate to see him go down,” highlighting the camaraderie within the team. With Tracy's injury, second-year player Eric Gray is likely to step into the backup role, supported by free agent Dante Miller. Singletary emphasized the importance of teamwork in overcoming this setback, saying, “We’re just going to count on one another... Hold it down for him.” Additionally, first-round draft pick Malik Nabers was seen working with trainers on the sidelines after spraining his left ankle during practice. However, he downplayed the severity of his injury, suggesting it may not be serious. The Giants will be closely monitoring both players as the preseason progresses.