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Gary Brightwell recovers muffed punt late in 4th quarter | Giants vs. Bears Highlights Running back Gary Brightwell jumps on Velus Jones Jr.'s muffed punt late in the fourth quarter against the Bears.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • GIANTS.COM

RB Gary Brightwell on returning kickoffs Running back Gary Brightwell speaks to the media after Wednesday's practice.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • GIANTS.COM

RB Gary Brightwell on collective Week 2 effort Running back Gary Brightwell talks about everyone contributing to the Week 2 win.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • GIANTS.COM

Gets one touch in Week 2 Brightwell rushed once for 14 yards and was not targeted in the passing game during a 19-16 victory versus the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact Brightwell was in on only one offensive snap in the contest, but he made the most of it with a 14-yard rush in a third-and-one situation in the fourth quarter. The carry moved New York past midfield and helped set up Graham Gano's game-deciding 56-yard field goal. In addition to the one carry, Brightwell logged 17 snaps on special teams, which is where he figures to make most of his impact this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Adoree Jackson heading back to Tennessee as Giants No. 1 DB

Veteran cornerback Adoree Jackson isn’t heading back to Tennessee with the New York Giants this weekend, looking to show the Titans they made a mistake after releasing him in March...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Won't play against Bengals Brightwell won't play in Sunday's preseason matchup against the Bengals, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Both Brightwell and Matt Breida (undisclosed) will be held out against Cincinnati, so Antonio Williams and Jashaun Corbin should have increased opportunities in the Giants' backfield. Brightwell's final chance to play in the preseason will be Aug. 28 against the Jets.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could get big opportunity Thursday Brightwell figures to see plenty of action in Thursday's preseason opener versus New England, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Impact No. 2 running back Matt Breida is dealing with an undisclosed injury and isn't expected to play Thursday, and Saquon Barkley will likely see very limited snaps. That should leave lots of room for youngsters Antonio Williams, Jashaun Corbin and Brightwell to show off their skills. Brightwell was listed as the third-string running back on the Giants' first unofficial depth chart, but Williams has more often been receiving those reps during camp. Only one of Brightwell, Williams and Corbin may make the 53-man roster.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York Giants 2022 Training Camp Roster Preview: RB Gary Brightwell Is Gary Brightwell, last year’s sixth-round pick, in danger of losing his roster spot?

JUNE 7, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Participates in minicamp Brightwell (neck) was a participant in the Giants' voluntary minicamp Wednesday.

Impact Brightwell ended last season on IR after suffering a neck injury in Week 15 against the Cowboys. The 2021 sixth-round selection saw little work on offense during his rookie campaign, getting one carry for four yards and one reception on one target for six yards in 13 games. Instead Brightwell was a consistent contributor on special teams, a role he'll likely continue this upcoming season.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Brightwell (neck) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Brightwell sustained a neck injury in Week 15 and hadn't returned to practice since then. With just two games remaining in the regular season, he'll be unable to return to the 2021 campaign. The 2021 sixth-rounder appeared in 13 games during his rookie season but played primarily on special teams.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giants D boss Pat Graham loves Christmas, just not in-season

New York Giants defensive coordinator Pat Graham says he'll continue tinkering with the team's game plan until the morning of the game

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Unavailable Sunday Brightwell (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Brightwell suffered the neck injury last week against the Cowboys and will be sidelined for at least one game. Saquon Barkley (ankle) and Devontae Booker are the only other running backs on the active roster, so the Giants could add a back from the practice squad for depth purposes this weekend.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giants' Saquon Barkley playing for himself down the stretch

With three games left in the season, New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley wants to focus on helping the team win and getting better

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Giants injury report: Gary Brightwell returns to practice New York Giants RB Gary Brightwell (neck) returned to practice on Thursday, while LT Andrew Thomas (ankle) remained limited.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Jones says neck injury caused discomfort in some positions

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones says the neck injury that ended his season caused him discomfort in certain positions

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • Associated Press

No practice Wednesday Brightwell (neck) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Brightwell suffered a neck injury in the first half of Sunday's loss to the Cowboys and did not retake the field. The special-teams contributor will have two more chances to practice ahead of Week 16's road matchup against the Eagles.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning Sunday Brightwell (neck) will not return Sunday against the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Brightwell suffered the neck injury in the first half on a special-teams play. His absence shouldn't impact the Giants' offense, as he is primarily a special-teams contributor.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers neck injury Brightwell is questionable to return after suffering a neck injury in Sunday's game against Dallas, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Brightwell suffered the injury in the first half on a special teams play. He has recorded only one rushing attempt and one reception across 12 games this season, so his absence isn't likely to have a major effect on the Giants' offense.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brightwell living up to 'special' comparison for Giants LOS ANGELES — Gary Brightwell wants to be a special teams coach someday. In the meantime, he is becoming a pretty good special teams player...

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

RB Gary Brightwell on being back at University of Arizona Running Back Gary Brightwell talks to the media Wednesday about returning to his alma mater at the University of Arizona.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • GIANTS.COM

Giants return from bye focused on Tom Brady and Buccaneers

The New York Giants returned from their bye week on Monday and held a light workout

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Returns from COVID list Brightwell was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Dan Duggan of The Athletic confirms that Brightwell actually tested positive for COVID-19, but the rookie running back has evidently recovered. If any lingering effects of the virus don't prevent Brightwell from suiting up Monday in Tampa Bay, his role will depend on the health of Saquon Barkley (ankle) and Devontae Booker (hip), who are both well above Brightwell in New York's backfield pecking order when healthy.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giants activate Gary Brightwell from Reserve/COVID-19 list The New York Giants have activated rookie running back Gary Brightwell from the Reserve/COVID-19 list.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Still on COVID-19 list Brightwell (undisclosed) remains on the reserve/COVID list as of Sunday.

Impact Brightwell was among a number of Giants players and personnel to enter the COVID-19 protocol this week, and while he was listed as questionable Sunday against the Raiders, the team was unable to activate him Saturday, according to Dan Duggan of The Athletic. With Saquon Barkley (ankle) again inactive, the Giants were left with Devontae Booker, Elijhaa Penny and Cullen Gillaspia out of the backfield for Week 9. Booker ended up injuring his hip during Sunday's 23-16 loss, so if Brightwell can get back to the active roster in the near future he could be a candidate to get some touches on game days.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Sunday Brightwell (undisclosed) will play Sunday against the Raiders, according to Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site.

Impact Brightwell missed Thursday's and Friday's practices after landing in the COVID-19 protocol, but in the end, he was deemed available for this upcoming contest. That said, he's not likely to play a big role out of the backfield and might solely work as a depth option with limited fantasy upside.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Adoree Jackson heading back to Tennessee as Giants No. 1 DB

Giants D boss Pat Graham loves Christmas, just not in-season

Giants' Saquon Barkley playing for himself down the stretch

Jones says neck injury caused discomfort in some positions

Giants return from bye focused on Tom Brady and Buccaneers