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Giants can rescue a buried playmaker without a trade

Tyrone Tracy Jr. gives the Giants a receiving option beyond their stalled ground game, with a passing role worth testing in Houston.

By Alexander Wilson · Empire Sports Media

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 10:48 PM

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Alexander Wilson argues the Giants can expand Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s receiving role instead of seeking a trade.
Tracy recorded two catches for 27 yards and a touchdown against the Saints.
Through six games, Tracy has four receptions for 52 yards and 40 rushing yards on 13 carries.

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Alexander Wilson of Empire Sports Media argues that the New York Giants should expand running back Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s role in the passing game rather than seeking external trade options. Tracy caught two passes for 27 yards and a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints, offering a reminder of his receiving capabilities despite a limited rushing output this season.

Wilson suggests installing a small, designed receiving package for Tracy in the upcoming matchup against Houston. While acknowledging Tracy's ball security issues, Wilson believes utilizing him on short routes and screens provides a balanced offensive option without requiring him to win an outright lead rushing role.

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