Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s grip on a Giants role is looking thinner by the day.
After a summer that already raised red flags because of ball security and blocking problems, Tracy’s second carry against the Cowboys turned into a fumble, and the fallout has been quick. John Harbaugh and Matt Nagy have moved him out of the plan and shifted those touches to Devin Singletary, while Cam Skattebo’s health and Singletary’s rise have pushed Tracy even further down the pecking order.
At this point, he’s the No. 3 running back at best. If the Giants end up dressing Najee Harris on Monday night, even that spot could be in jeopardy.
As of Sunday morning, Tracy was not on the Giants’ latest injury report and is believed to be healthy. So if he does not suit up against the Rams, it would be because the coaches made that call.
And there’s a real case for that decision. With Skattebo and Jason Dart serving as the centerpieces of the rushing attack, and Singletary showing an unusual burst dating back to the preseason opener, there may simply be no reason to force Tracy into the mix.
The bigger issue is what Tracy has looked like when he’s been on the field. He appears rattled by the pressure, and losing his 1B job because of his own mistakes can’t help a player’s confidence or his dependability. The Giants can’t trust him with the ball or ask much of him as a blocker, which makes any assignment against Aaron Donald or Kobie Turner sound like a recipe for trouble on national television.
It’s an unfortunate turn, especially since Tracy was viewed as a breakout candidate before training camp. But the reality is he had a chance to win over a new coaching staff and didn’t come close.
Earlier this year, there were whispers that then-Giants receiver Darius Slayton had the “yips,” a mental block that contributed to drops. After last Sunday’s fumble, it’s fair to wonder whether Tracy is dealing with something similar.
That doesn’t mean Tracy is destined to be buried forever. But if Monday night turns into a game where you can count his snaps on one hand, the Giants’ next move should be obvious.
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