GUNNER OLSZEWSKI NEWS

Spends almost all of 2024 on IR Olszewski didn't see any NFL action in 2024, as he injured his groin during warmups in Week 1 and spent the remainder of the campaign on injured reserve.

Impact Olszewski first hurt his groin during a training-camp practice in mid-August but appeared to have recovered enough to play in Week 1. However, he aggravated the issue ahead of the season-opener versus Minnesota and was never designated to return. Olszewski has only 15 career regular-season catches over 65 contests, but he's had ample NFL success as a returner. He's slated to be an unrestricted free agent and could draw interest from clubs looking to upgrade their special-teams unit.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on IR The Giants placed Olszewski (groin) on injured reserve Saturday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Olszewski hurt his groin in mid-August but was initially cleared to play against Minnesota in Week 1. However, he aggravated the injury during warmups and was subsequently ruled out. Olszewski's placement on IR means he'll need to miss at least New York's next four contests. Ihmir Smith-Marsette appears poised to take over kick and punt return duties in Olszewski's absence.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Giants place Gunner Olszewski on IR; Tomon Fox & Ty Summers activated The New York Giants made a series of roster moves Saturday ahead of their Week 2 matchup against the Washington Commanders.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

Missing some time Olszewski expected to miss "weeks" after sustaining a groin injury during warmups before Sunday's 28-6 loss to the Vikings, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Olszewski has been dealing with a groin issue since mid-August, and after aggravating it Sunday, it appears he'll miss some time. It's currently unclear how many weeks Olszewski is expected to miss, but until the Bemidji State product recovers, expect Tyrone Tracy and Darius Slayton (concussion) to assume the Giants' kick and punt return duties, respectively.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing some time Olszewski expected to miss "weeks" after sustaining a groin injury during warmups before Sunday's 28-6 loss to the Vikings, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Olszewski has been dealing with a groin issue since mid-August, and after aggravating it Sunday, it appears he'll miss some time. It's currently unclear how many weeks Olszewski is expected to miss, but until the Bemidji State product recovers, expect Tyrone Tracy and Darius Slayton (concussion) to assume the Giants' kick- and punt-return duties, respectively.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Giants WR/returner Gunner Olszewski injured in warmups New York Giants kick returner and wide receiver Gunner Olszewski was ruled out of Sunday’s season opener at home against the Minnesota Vikin...

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Won't play Sunday Olszewski aggravated a groin injury in warmups and has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Impact Olszewski's absence likely won't have an affect on the Giants' plans at receiver in Week 1, but his return skills will be missed in the season opener.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Week 1 Olszewski (groin) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's Week 1 affair against the Vikings, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The sixth-year pro out of Bemidji State has been dealing with a groin injury for a couple of weeks, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. With Olszewski back to full health, he's expected to serve as the Giants' top kick and punt returner in 2024.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet 100 percent Olszewski (groin) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday, Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports.

Impact Olszewski has had his offseason program derailed, first sidelined by a foot injury suffered during spring practices, then the current groin injury. The 27-year-old is expected to operate as the Giants' primary return man if he proves himself healthy enough to suit up Sunday against the Vikings. If not, Darius Slayton would likely be called upon to handle the role.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful for Week 1 Head coach Brian Daboll said Thursday that Olszewski (groin) is heading in "the right direction" and should be ready for the Giants' regular-season opener against the Vikings on Se...

Impact Olszewski missed all of summer minicamp after suffering a foot injury during OTAs. He was cleared at the start of training camp, but he sustained a groin injury during practice Aug. 17 and has been limited in his participation since then. Olszewski is expected to serve as the Giants' primary returner for the regular season, but in his absence, Darius Slayton and Wan'Dale Robinson have been taking reps as punt returners during practice.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Thursday Olszewski (undisclosed) went down with an injury in Thursday's practice and will be out for a while, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact The 6-foot return specialist's injury remains unknown, as does how long "a while" will be. Olszewski is primed to be the token returner for the Giants, so his extended absence could be a problem for the team.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for training camp Olszewski (foot) is participating in training camp practices this week, North Jersey's Chris Pedota reports.

Impact Olszewski was injured during OTAs earlier this spring but is ready to roll for the start of camp. After being cut by the Steelers in October of last season, Olszewski landed with the G-Men and appeared in 10 games for New York. He returned 23 punts for 273 yards and one touchdown but played just eight snaps on offense.

JULY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reaction: Giants reportedly agree to terms with WR/PR Gunner Olszewski Since he entered the NFL in 2019, wide receiver/punt returner Gunner Olszewski ranks second in punt return yards (1,170) and punt return ave...

MARCH 12, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

Reports: Giants agree to terms with WR/PR Gunner Olszewski Last season, Olszewski scored on the second longest punt return in Giants history.

MARCH 11, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

📸 Photos: Best of Gunner Olszewski View the top photos of Gunner Olszewski's 2023 season with the New York Giants.

MARCH 11, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

Giants Re-sign Punt Returner Gunner Olszewski Olszewski stabilized the Giants’ punt return game last season.

MARCH 11, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Giants 2024 UFA Primer: PR/WR Gunner Olszewski The Giants may have found their long-term answer at punt returner in Gunner Olszewski--if they can retain him, that is.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Giants 2024 UFA Primer: PR/WR Gunner Olszewski The Giants may have found their long-term answer at punt returner in Gunner Olszewski--if they can retain him, that is.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Giants 2024 UFA Primer: PR/WR Gunner Olszewski The Giants may have found their long-term answer at punt returner in Gunner Olszewski--if they can retain him, that is.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

STC Thomas McGaughey: Gunner Olszewski 'works like a pro' Special Teams Coordinator Thomas McGaughey talks to the media about the play of Gunner Olszewski.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

Gunner Olszewski Named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week Olszewski gets the nod for his 94-yard punt return for a touchdown that brought the Giants within one point of tying the Rams Sunday.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Giants Now: Peter King names Gunner Olszewski among special teams players of the week The news of the day for Giants fans on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • GIANTS.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Gunner Olszewski returns punt 94-yards for TD | Giants vs. Rams Highlights Gunner Olszewski takes punt-return late in the fourth quarter for 94-yard TD.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • GIANTS.COM

Back on practice squad Olszewski re-signed with the Giants' practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Olszewski was cut following his elevation to the active roster for Week 8 against the Jets. He ultimately saw 11 snaps on special teams (30 percent) and averaged 9.3 yards on six punt returns. The 26-year-old is likely to be elevated in Week 9 to once again play a punt-returning role.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on practice squad Olszewski re-signed with the Giants' practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Olszewski was cut following his elevation to the active roster for Week 8 against the Jets. He ultimately saw 11 snaps on special teams (30 percent) and averaged 9.3 yards on six punt returns. The 26-year-old is likely to be elevated in Week 9 to once again play a punt-returning role.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE