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USA Today
13-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
New York Giants' Tyrone Tracy Jr. named to 2025 NFL All-Breakout Team
New York Giants rookie running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. faced a bit of pressure last season trying to fill the void left behind by the departure of Saquon Barkley. Although the task at hand was an impossible one, Tracy held his own and gave the Giants some light at the end of the tunnel in the post-Barkley era. In the future, they expect the former college wide receiver-turned-running back to be their featured option out of the backfield. Many in the national media see Tracy as an emerging star. This offseason, he was a frequent guest on podcasts and other football-related programs. He is becoming a name, and that has not gone unnoticed by experts who are predicting big things for him. In his latest All-Breakout Team for 2025, Bucky Brooks of NFL Media included Tracy on his list. After rushing for 839 yards as a rookie, the fifth-round running back has an opportunity to surpass the 1,200-yard mark in an offense that features more efficient quarterback play with veteran leader Russell Wilson set to take over from Daniel Jones. The improved passing game will lead to more light boxes (six or fewer defenders) and wider lanes for the former college wide receiver to scoot through on off-tackle runs and designed cut-back plays. With Wilson also expected to target Tracy frequently on swing, screen and option routes in the pass game, the Giants' unheralded RB1 could put up massive scrimmage yard totals as a multi-purpose threat from the backfield Tracy is a versatile back, and he will get first touches out of a promising group that also boasts veteran Devin Singletary and rookie Cam Skattebo. This issue will be Tracy's usage here. Since he is an excellent receiver, the Giants may opt to use him more on third downs and give the early down touches to the others.
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
NY Giants Standout Slighted in Recent Positional Rankings
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Over the past two years, the New York Giants have slowly filled out their roster with exciting young talents on both sides of the field. Despite a strong showing as a rookie, one of their offensive prospects landed an unfavorable spot in recent player rankings. With their fifth-round pick in the 2024 draft, the Giants took a flier on running back Tyrone Tracy. This move has yielded early dividends for them, as he put together an impressive showing in his first year in the NFL. Tracy's dual-threat abilities were on full display, totaling 839 rushing and 284 receiving yards. This stellar play landed him in impressive company, as he and Saquon Barkley are the only Giants rookie running backs to break 1,000 scrimmage yards. In a recent column for longtime running back Maurice Jones-Drew ranked all of the league's starting RBs. Tracy found himself on the back end of this list, slotting in at No. 22. Some of the players just ahead of him include Brian Robinson, Alvin Kamara, and Breece Hall. Tackle NFL Week 10 with the BetMGM bonus code NEWSWEEK200 and get $200 in bonus bets for any NFL prop, like Giants RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. to score the first TD against the Panthers in... Tackle NFL Week 10 with the BetMGM bonus code NEWSWEEK200 and get $200 in bonus bets for any NFL prop, like Giants RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. to score the first TD against the Panthers in Germany. MoreAlso read: NY Giants Standout Gushes Over Rookie QB Jaxson Dart "Tracy has earned a bigger role in 2025, having stepped up early as a rookie when Devin Singletary missed two games due to injury and ultimately logging 12 starts," Jones-Drew wrote. "The second-year pro is flanked by Singletary and do-it-all rookie Cam Skattebo this fall, but even if Tracy's touch total remains static, I see him improving his efficiency with better quarterback play." Even though Tracy will be splitting time with multiple backs, he should emerge as the Giants' primary backfield threat. With his ability to have an impact on the ground and in the air, he is one of the more dynamic options in New York's offense. Also read: Former NY Giants Star Gives Blunt Take on Darren Waller Trade Heading into the 2025 campaign, Tracy is a player who could take a big step forward in year two. He was a standout in the offense as a rookie, and that was with the team going through some disarray at the quarterback position. That won't be the case this season, as the Giants inked Russell Wilson to a one-year deal in free agency. With a more established talent under center, it should result in a slight boost across the board offensively. Tracy will attempt to build off his strong first season in a few weeks during training camp. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
03-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Giants' Malik Nabers reveals his 'welcome to the NFL moment' came vs. Commanders
Every rookie has a "welcome to the NFL" moment. Recently, New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. detailed his encounter, and now comes another revelation, this one from wide receiver Malik Nabers. In a recent conversation with NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr., Nabers revealed his moment on Earnhardt's show, Taking Laps, which came against the Washington Commanders in Week 2 of the 2024 season. "I ran a shallow. It was like third-and-5. I ran a shallow, I caught the ball, and I was going up the field on the right sideline, and one of the linebackers, he came and hit me," Nabers said. "I seen him in my peripheral. But, it's like, I thought he was farther than what I expected. "So, I am cutting up, and I am telling Theo (Johnson), block the corner that's right there. I'm going to try to cut backside because I am like, 'Dude's not going to catch me.' . . . I cut upfield, and he just magically appeared right there. He smacked me. I ain't going to lie. "I popped right up and was like, 'Okay. All right. Now I'm in the league.' But I know for sure, in the league, they're going to try to hit you. They're trying to knock you out." Nabers didn't say which player hit him. Perhaps it happened too quickly for him to get the plate number. Could it be this play where Frankie Luvu nailed him? Nabers had another "welcome" moment against Washington in that game, one he'd surely like to forget. It was a game of many firsts for Nabers.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Russell Wilson's Why Not You Foundation partners with Colossal to find the next Youth Athlete of the Year
(Image via Getty Images: Russell Wilson) Russell Wilson, the newest quarterback for the New York Giants, is all about making the most of his offseason. This offseason, his focus is on his 11-year-old Why Not You Foundation. The Foundation will collaborate with Colossal Foundation to find the next Youth Athlete of the Year. The winner would appear in a Sports Illustrated advertisement. The former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback shared a video reel via his Instagram profile detailing everything about the championship. The winner would receive $25,000 in cash! And there's more. Let's find out. Russell Wilson 's Why Not You Foundation focuses on equipping today's youth with skills and opportunities to become tomorrow's leaders In the video reel shared by the 10-time Pro Bowler, he said, 'Hey, parents, Russell Wilson here. I've partnered up with Colossal to find the next youth athlete of the year. Where they can showcase their skills, win big, and take their game to the next level. This year's champion will receive $25,000 in cash and appear in a Sports Illustrated advertisement. This competition supports the Why Not You Foundation and its mission to equip today's youth with the skills and opportunities to become tomorrow's leaders. Now, let's make a big impact together.' Wilson captioned the IG post: Hey parents, @dangerusswilson and @colossal_impact have partnered up to find the next Youth Athlete of the Year! This is your child's moment to shine and compete to take home $25,000 and appear in a @3brand advertisement in none other than Sports Illustrated! Register your athlete at the link in @youthathleteoftheyear's bio. This competition proudly supports both the @whynotyoufdn, a nonprofit dedicated to education, children's health, and fighting poverty, and @thevfoundation as they Accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives. That was about his offseason service. Now, coming to the gridiron service, Russell Wilson attended the New York Giants mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. And he's already received ample praise from the New York Giants team, especially from their running back, Tyrone Tracy Jr. Tyrone Tracy Jr. calls Super Bowl XLVIII Champion Russell Wilson a great phenomenal leader On June 12, 25-year-old Tyrone Tracy Jr. talked about their starting quarterback, Russell Wilson, with the Senior Managing Editor of the NFL's New York Giants, Dan Salomone. Tyracy Jr. had only praises and praises for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year recipient, 'I think it's the energy he(Russell Wilson) brings. Every time he walks into the meeting room, he greets everybody. It starts with that. You know what I'm saying? That is the main thing that I see. Russ, he's very intentional in what he does. He speaks to everybody. Again, no matter if you're the starter or you're number three, whatever it is, he treats you like you're the starting person. But he also gives confidence in you. He speaks life to you. He comes in the huddle and lets us know, 'Hey man, we've got this. Let's go.' He's a great phenomenal leader. He's very vocal, and he lets us know that there are going to be mess-ups, but that's what practice is for, and we move on to the next play. He's a true professional.' Also Read: Post Malone, a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan, gets Kansas City Chiefs inked because Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes beat him in a beer pong game | NFL News - Times of India
