Jets rookie Chip Trayanum hospitalized after neck injury during preseason game

In East Rutherford, New Jersey, on August 28, 2026, Jets rookie running back Chip Trayanum was hospitalized after suffering a neck injury during a preseason game against the Giants. The injury occurred on the final play of the first half when he was tackled by linebacker Trace Ford. Trayanum was treated on the field and later transported to the hospital, where he was reported to be awake and alert.