- Daniel Bellinger
- #82
- Team NYG
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Nets uptick in production Week 15
Bellinger finished Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Commanders with three catches for 35 yards on four targets.
Analysis: Bellinger and No. 1 tight end Theo Johnson had the same amount of targets (four) and catches (three), though Johnson more than doubled Bellinger's yardage with a team-leading 72. Coming into Sunday, Bellinger had gone three games without a reception and had combined for just two catches for 29 yards over his previous five contests. Ironically, the fourth-year tight end's increase in production against Washington came on a day when he posted his lowest offensive snap share (26 percent) since…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 15 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Catchless again Week 12
Bellinger did not catch either of his two targets in Sunday's loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Bellinger saw a relatively large 62 percent offensive snap share, but he finished without a reception for the second straight week. Meanwhile, top TE Theo Johnson finished second on the team with 77 receiving yards on three catches and has now reached the 75-yard mark in two of his past three games. With Johnson building momentum, it seems likely that Bellinger will continue to have a minimal role in the passing attack moving forward.
Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in loss Sunday
Bellinger didn't catch his only target in a Week 11 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: The Giants had a different look on offense Sunday with Mike Kafka taking over on an interim basis for former head coach Brian Daboll and with Jameis Winston stepping in at quarterback for the injured Jaxson Dart (concussion). Bellinger also dealt with a groin injury during the week, which may have also impacted his output Sunday. Ultimately, the fourth-year tight end finished without a catch for the third time through 10 contests on the campaign while logging a 47 percent offensive snap share.…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 17 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to face Packers
Bellinger (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Analysis: Bellinger practiced without limitations Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday. He's expected to occupy his usual role, focusing primarily on blocking while Theo Johnson runs more routes for a Giants offense that'll be operating with Jameis Winston under center with Jaxson Dart (concussion) sidelined for the time being.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Bellinger (groin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has logged back-to-back limited practice sessions to kick off Week 11 prep, so unless he's able to upgrade to full reps Friday, he'll be at risk of carrying an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Packers. If Bellinger isn't able to suit up versus Green Bay, Theo Johnson will figure to benefit from a slight increase in target share as Jameis Winston makes his first start at quarterback for New York.
Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by groin issue
Bellinger (groin) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has been targeted in seven of nine appearances this season en route to a modest 12-202-1 line on 14 targets. He missed Week 9 due to a neck injury and now is tending to a new health concern. Bellinger's status thus is one to monitor as the week proceeds to get a sense of his potential to play Sunday against the Packers.
Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes one catch in Week 10 loss
Bellinger caught one of two targets for eight yards in a loss to the Bears on Sunday.
Analysis: With New York's wideout corps behind Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton struggling to produce, the Giants went tight-end heavy throughout much of Sunday's matchup. Top TE Theo Johnson was on the field for all but two of New York's offensive snaps, while Bellinger logged a hearty 73 percent snap share. However, whereas Johnson shined with seven catches on eight targets for 75 yards, Bellinger was largely ignored as a pass catcher, recording just one reception for eight yards. Johnson has drawn…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 10 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Wednesday
Bellinger (neck) practiced fully Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger dealt with a neck injury during Week 8 prep, and while he was cleared to face the Eagles that week, he left that game due to a neck concern. He proceeded to miss every practice last week before being inactive this past Sunday against the 49ers. Now with a full session under his belt, Bellinger appears on pace to return to action Sunday at Chicago.
Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive in Week 9
Bellinger (neck) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the 49ers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger injured his neck last Sunday at Philadelphia, and he then didn't practice all week before the Giants listed him as doubtful to suit up Week 9. Now that Bellinger officially isn't playing, Theo Johnson should dominate TE reps for New York, but Chris Manhertz and Thomas Fidone also will be available for snaps and the occasional target. Bellinger's next chance for game action is next Sunday's contest in Chicago.
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Week 9
Bellinger (neck) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Bellinger suffered the neck injury in last Sunday's loss to the Eagles. With Bellinger unlikely to face San Francisco, Chris Manhertz should handle most of the blocking duties alongside Theo Johnson at tight end.
Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing another practice
Bellinger (neck) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: With a pair of absences from practice to begin game Week 9 prep, Bellinger looks to be in danger of missing Sunday's against the 49ers. If Bellinger is unable to play this weekend, Chris Manhertz (illness) and Thomas Fidone would be the available depth options at tight end behind Theo Johnson, who played a season-high 98 percent of the offensive snaps in the Giants' Week 8 loss to the Eagles.
Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Unable to practice
Giants coach Brian Daboll said Bellinger (neck) will not practice Wednesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger will not practice due to a neck injury sustained during New York's loss to Philadelphia in Week 8. If Bellinger's injury forces him to sit out versus the 49ers on Sunday, No. 1 tight end Theo Johnson will figure to take on an increased workload. With rookie running back Cam Skattebo (ankle) and top wideout Malik Nabers (knee - ACL) both out for the year, the Giants' tight ends corps could become a larger factor on offense going forward.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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Sustains neck injury
Bellinger suffered a neck injury during Sunday's contest in Philadelphia, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger combined for seven catches (on 10 targets) for 140 yards and one touchdown in New York's three games prior to Sunday, and he exited Week 8 action having hauled in his only target for 21 yards. As long as Bellinger is sidelined, Theo Johnson will take on a larger role among Giants tight ends.
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to face Eagles
Bellinger (neck) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has the green light to suit up for Week 8. The backup tight end is coming off his best performance of the season Week 7 against the Broncos, a contest in which he secured three of four targets for 88 yards and a touchdown. He has 85 receiving yards across six other appearances this season.
Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited Thursday
Bellinger (neck) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has been limited in both of the Giants' first two Week 8 practices, so he may need to upgrade to full participation in Friday's session to avoid taking a questionable tag into this Sunday's game in Philadelphia. Though Bellinger has played second fiddle to Theo Johnson throughout the season, the Giants' depleted receiver depth has prompted head coach Brian Daboll to deploy two-tight-end sets more frequently in recent weeks. Bellinger has played more than half of the Giants' offensive…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 23 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with neck injury
Bellinger (neck) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: It's a new injury for Bellinger, who caught three passes for 88 yards and a TD in Sunday's 33-32 loss to the Broncos. His role as the No. 2 tight end has expanded in recent weeks, but Bellinger could lose playing time once WR Darius Slayton (hamstring) is available.
Published: Wed, Oct 22 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game of season Sunday
Bellinger had three receptions on four targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-32 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Bellinger finished second in receiving yardage for the Giants a week after garnering zero targets against the Eagles. It was the veteran backup's best receiving line of the season by far, and he made his first trip to the end zone since 2022. Theo Johnson (3-66-1) also produced a fantasy-worthy line, and the latter is also the preferred option in fantasy based on week-to-week usage. The Giants will take on the Eagles for the second time this season next Sunday. Philadelphia held Bellinger to…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Can't build upon season-best effort
Bellinger didn't get any targets in Thursday's 34-17 Week 6 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: In a Week 5 loss to New Orleans, Bellinger broke out with a season-high and team-leading 52 receiving yards on four catches. That led to an expectation that he would be significantly involved on offense Week 6 with New York depleted at the wideout position, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com, but things didn't shake out that way. While Bellinger did log a healthy 57 percent snap share, he never had a pass thrown his way during a game in which New York leaned heavily on its ground game. Meanwhile,…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 10 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads Big Blue in receiving yards
Bellinger caught all four of his targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: The 52 receiving yards not only led the Giants on the afternoon, they were a season high for Bellinger, who caught multiple passes in a game for the first time in 2025. The elevated usage came in the wake of Malik Nabers (knee) being lost for the season, as rookie QB Jaxson Dart wasn't able to stretch the field at all -- Bellinger's 18-yard grab in the first quarter was New York's longest completion. Theo Johnson also saw more volume than usual and was on the other end of both of Dart's TD…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 5:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs another one-catch effort
Bellinger caught his only target for 13 yards Sunday in a 21-18 win over the Chargers in Week 4.
Analysis: There wasn't much of a change production-wise for Bellinger with Jaxson Dart making his first start at quarterback for the Giants, as the fourth-year TE saw exactly one target -- and made the catch -- for the third time through four weeks this season. Bellinger (24 offensive snaps) remained well behind Theo Johnson (53 offensive snaps) in the TE pecking order, and that doesn't figure to change after Johnson hauled in Dart's only TD pass Sunday. Bellinger is unlikely to have much fantasy value…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 29 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Catches lone target Sunday
Bellinger caught his only target for six yards Sunday in a Week 3 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Bellinger was again clearly behind Theo Johnson in the tight-end pecking order, logging 16 offensive snaps to Johnson's 57. Chris Manhertz also got 13 snaps on offense, so Bellinger seems to be stuck in a relatively minor role on a game-to-game basis. He has just two catches for 20 yards through three weeks, taking him off the fantasy radar almost entirely.
Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Gets zero targets Week 2
Bellinger did not receive any passing targets Sunday in an overtime defeat against Dallas.
Analysis: Bellinger now has just one target over the first two weeks of the season. He actually played more snaps on special teams (20) than on offense (19) against the Cowboys, while starting tight end Theo Johnson logged a healthy 84 percent offensive snap share and gathered four receptions on five targets for 34 yards. Johnson has solidified his role as the Giants' top TE early in the campaign, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect Bellinger to have much value barring an injury that propels him up the…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 15 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Collects only target Week 1
Bellinger secured his only target for 14 yards in a Week 1 loss against the Commanders on Sunday.
Analysis: Bellinger got New York down to Washington's three-yard line on a 14-yard connection with Russell Wilson in the fourth quarter, but the Giants were unable to emerge with a score. Theo Johnson dominated tight-end snaps for New York in Week 1 with 53, while Chris Manhertz logged 18 and Bellinger recorded 15. Despite Bellinger outdoing Johnson in receiving yardage in the loss, the latter figures to be the lead pass-catching option among New York's tight-end corps as long as he remains healthy.
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Bellinger (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Analysis: Bellinger missed the Giants' second exhibition this past weekend, but his injury evidently wasn't serious. Bellinger is competing with blocker Chris Manhertz and catch-first TE Greg Dulcich for a role behind starter Theo Johnson.
Published: Tue, Aug 19 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't suit up Saturday
Bellinger (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's preseason win against the Jets, and Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports that the tight end is dealing with an injury.
Analysis: The nature of the issue that kept Bellinger sidelined is unclear, and it may not be serious given that he was able to run on a side field during the practice week, according to Duggan. With Theo Johnson locked in as New York's starting TE for the coming campaign, Bellinger doesn't have much appeal as a fantasy asset, though he could be a helpful component of the Giants offense for his work as a blocker. However, he may have competition for that role with Chris Manhertz (undisclosed), and New…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes in Week 18
Bellinger reeled in both of his targets for nine yards Sunday in a 20-13 loss to Philadelphia. He finished the regular season with 14 receptions (on 17 targets) for 125 yards and no touchdowns.
Analysis: Bellinger ended the campaign in quiet fashion, recording less than 10 receiving yards in each of his final three games. The third-year pro looked as though he could take over the role as New York's No. 1 tight end after Darren Waller's offseason retirement, but that spot atop the pecking order ultimately was claimed by rookie fourth-round pick Theo Johnson until he landed on IR with a foot injury in early December. Bellinger did step in as the starter after Johnson's injury and posted eight…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 16 loss
Bellinger caught one of two targets for five yards in Sunday's 34-7 defeat against Atlanta.
Analysis: Giants quarterback Drew Lock took to the air 39 times in the loss, but 26 of those targets went to either Malik Nabers (14) or Wan'Dale Robinson (12). That left little opportunity for the rest of New York's pass catchers, and Bellinger finished with his fewest receptions, targets and receiving yards since taking over as the team's starter in place of the injured Theo Johnson (foot) in Week 14. The Giants have been playing from behind most games throughout the season, which often leads to…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Nabs all three targets Week 15
Bellinger caught all three of his targets for 35 yards Sunday in a 35-14 loss to Baltimore.
Analysis: Bellinger's target and reception counts tied for third most on the team, and he ranked third in receiving yards behind Malik Nabers (82) and Wan'Dale Robinson (38). With Theo Johnson (foot) out for the season, Bellinger has moved into a starting role and has eight catches for 80 yards over his past two contests. New York's quarterback situation is messy with Drew Lock (heel/elbow) missing Sunday's game and Tommy DeVito leaving late in the second quarter due to a concussion, as journeyman Tim…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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Solid numbers as starter
Bellinger caught five of seven targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 14-11 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: With rookie Theo Johnson (foot) lost for the season, Bellinger stepped back into the starting TE role and put together his best performance of the campaign, although it was a low bar to clear -- he'd seen only three targets total heading into Sunday's game. Bellinger will look to stay productive in Week 15 against the Ravens.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs one catch in Week 3 victory
Bellinger caught his only target for 17 yards against Cleveland in Sunday's 21-15 win.
Analysis: Bellinger's lone target and reception went for 17 yards early in the third quarter. While he did log a season-high 26 offensive snaps, that number was well behind the 58 offensive snaps accumulated by No. 1 tight end Theo Johnson. Overall, Bellinger has just two catches (both of which he has caught for 20 total yards) through three weeks, making him a non-factor in fantasy.
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear backup in Week 1
Bellinger caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Bellinger was listed as New York's No. 1 tight end on the team's first unofficial depth chart during the preseason and split first-team reps with rookie Theo Johnson throughout training camp, but he was clearly behind Johnson in the pecking order Sunday. While Bellinger logged just 16 offensive snaps (23 percent of the team's total), Johnson tallied 61 (86 percent), and even Chris Manhertz (20 offensive snaps) was on the field more often than Bellinger. Manhertz played primarily in two-TE sets…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in preseason opener
Bellinger caught one of two targets for seven yards in Thursday's 14-3 preseason win over the Lions.
Analysis: Bellinger wasn't heavily involved but neither was rookie fourth-round pick Theo Johnson, who wasn't targeted Thursday. Tyree Jackson was the Giants' most productive tight end Thursday with two catches for 34 yards, but Bellinger and Johnson have been splitting first-team reps in practice and remain on track to lead the position come the regular season. New York's next preseason game will be in Houston next Saturday.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed first on initial depth chart
Bellinger is listed as the No. 1 tight end on the Giants' first unofficial depth chart, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: With Darren Waller deciding to retire in the offseason, New York's starting tight end role is up for grabs. It makes sense for Bellinger to work in that capacity given that he was the starter during his rookie campaign before Waller was brought into the fold, but -- despite drawing positive reviews from the team's coaching staff -- he was only modestly productive with 30 receptions for 268 yards and two touchdowns over 12 regular-season games. The Giants drafted Theo Johnson in the fourth round…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 6 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Fine for start of camp
Bellinger (undisclosed) has been cleared to practice at the start of Giants training camp this week, Dan Salomone of the team's official website reports.
Analysis: Bellinger missed some work during the spring with an undisclosed injury, but he's ready to roll for the start of training camp. Following the retirement of Darren Waller earlier this summer, Bellinger is penciled in atop the depth chart at tight end for the G-Men. Bellinger has 55 catches for 523 yards and two touchdowns through two NFL seasons and is unlikely to factor into the TE1 fantasy discussion after going scoreless on 25 grabs last year. Rookie Theo Johnson (hip, PUP) will also be in…read more
Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with minor injury
Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Wednesday that Bellinger has been limited during spring practices due to an undisclosed injury, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger's outlook for 2024 improved earlier this week after incumbent starter Darren Waller announced his retirement Monday, leaving Bellinger as the tentative No. 1 option on the depth chart at tight end. The Giants also have rookie fourth-round pick Theo Johnson as a potential receiving threat at the position, but Bellinger should handle most of the first-team reps at the start of training camp. Daboll downplayed the injury Wednesday, so he seemingly expects Bellinger to be ready to go for…read more
Published: Wed, Jun 12 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Competing with rookie to start
Bellinger and rookie Theo Johnson will compete to be the Giants' top tight end after Darren Waller decided to retire, Darryl Slater of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
Analysis: Bellinger and Johnson both are fourth-round picks with impressive physical specs and less impressive college production. Bellinger has a huge advantage in terms of NFL experience, having played 1,262 snaps on offense through two seasons, including 12 instances taking more than 80 percent of snaps in a game (mostly games that Waller missed). The problem is that Bellinger hasn't been much of a receiving threat even with 4.63 speed, catching 55 passes for 523 yards and two touchdowns while drawing…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 10 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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Modest numbers as No. 2 tight end
Bellinger didn't draw a target across 53 snaps on offense in Sunday's 27-10 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Bellinger finished the regular season with 25 catches on 28 targets for 255 yards and no touchdowns over 17 contests. From a production standpoint, Bellinger was more or less in line with his numbers from his 2022 rookie campaign, when he posted 30 catches for 268 yards and a pair of scores. However, the tight end played in five more contests this season, and he took a step back on the depth chart after New York acquired Darren Waller in the offseason. The Giants have expressed an affinity for…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 10 at 7:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts decent numbers again Week 17
Bellinger finished Sunday's loss to the Rams with four catches on four targets for 39 yards.
Analysis: Darren Waller logged more targets (six), catches (five) and yards (51) than Bellinger, but the latter still had a reasonably productive performance. Bellinger's longest catch went for 18 yards, and he also had a 14-yard reception that he immediately followed with a nine-yard catch on the following play. Waller has undoubtedly been the better fantasy asset when healthy this season, but Bellinger has come on strong even with Waller able to suit up over the past two weeks, putting up an 8-82-0…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Outgains Waller in Week 16 loss
Bellinger finished Monday's loss to the Eagles with four catches on five targets for 43 yards.
Analysis: Primary tight end Darren Waller was healthy for the contest, though he and Bellinger logged an equal number of offensive snaps (40). Bellinger was somewhat surprisingly the more productive pass catcher, finishing second on New York in both receptions (four) and receiving yards (43). The former total was a season high for Bellinger, while the latter tied a season-best mark. Though this was Bellinger's best game of the season, Waller remains the better option for fantasy purposes.
Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs two catches as Waller's backup
Bellinger caught both of his targets or 13 yards in Sunday's 24-6 Week 15 loss to New Orleans.
Analysis: Bellinger worked as New York's starting tight end while Waller was on IR with a hamstring injury between Week 9 and Week 14, but he returned to a backup role with the latter returning Sunday. Bellinger averaged a modest 2.2 receptions for 27.6 yards during his five-game starting stint, and he wasn't far off those numbers while working behind Waller against the Saints. Waller appeared to come out of the contest in good health, so Bellinger should again see limited receiving opportunities next…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 11:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs two caches in Week 14 win
Bellinger caught both of his targets for 15 yards Monday in a 24-22 win over the Packers.
Analysis: Bellinger saw modest opportunity in the contest, but he still finished third on the Giants in receiving yards. The second-year tight end continues to fill in for the injured Darren Waller (hamstring, IR), though Bellinger hasn't come close to matching Waller's pass-catching prowess, as he hasn't surpassed three receptions in any game so far this season. Waller ran routes on the field earlier this week, and if he is able to return to the action before the end of the campaign, Bellinger's…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 11:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Monday
Bellinger (illness) is active for Monday's contest against the Packers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The Giants held Bellinger out of drills Friday and Saturday due to an illness and handed him a questionable designation for Week 14. In the lead up to Monday's game, the team didn't elevate a tight end from the practice squad, indicating that Bellinger was in line to be available. Indeed, that has come to pass, meaning he should be good for his typical workload (85-93 percent of the offensive snaps) from the previous five games with Darren Waller (hamstring) sidelined. So far, that has yielded…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Monday
Bellinger (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Packers, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has registered close to 90 percent of the team's offensive snaps dating back to Week 8, so if he's unable to go it would be a major strain on the team's tight end depth. Expect Lawrence Cager to receive the bulk of the opportunities if the 23-year-old is unable to play.
Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice with illness
Bellinger didn't practice Friday due to an illness, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Assuming the ailment isn't too significant, Bellinger could still return to the field Saturday for the Giants' final Week 14 practice, which would clear up any concern about his status heading into Monday's game against Green Bay. While Darren Waller (hamstring) has been sidelined for the Giants' last four games before the team's Week 13 bye, Bellinger had served as New York's top tight end and compiled a 9-123-0 receiving line on 10 targets. The Giants have yet to designate Waller for return…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts 38 yards in Week 11 win
Bellinger caught all three of his targets for 38 yards Sunday in a 31-19 victory versus the Commanders.
Analysis: Bellinger finished third on the Giants in receiving yards, with his 26-yard reception early in the fourth quarter accounting for most of his total and helping to set up a Saquon Barkley receiving touchdown. Bellinger has stepped in as New York's top tight end over the past three weeks due to Darren Waller (hamstring) being on IR, and he's acquitted himself fairly well with an average of 2.7 catches for 38.3 yards over that span. Bellinger isn't going to set the fantasy world on fire, but he's…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in blowout loss
Bellinger caught two of three targets for 34 yards in Sunday's 49-17 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: The tight end actually led the Giants in receiving yards on the day, as undrafted rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito managed only 86 passing yards. Bellinger also lost a chance to have a better fantasy day when No. 2 TE Lawrence Cager caught a 10-yard touchdown in the second half. Darren Waller (hamstring) won't be eligible to return from IR until after the team's Week 13 bye, but with DeVito under center, Bellinger doesn't figure to offer much production, even if he continues to start at tight…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Maximizes low target count
Bellinger corralled all three of his targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 30-6 loss to Las Vegas.
Analysis: Bellinger's three targets ranked fifth behind Saquon Barkley and the Giants' three starting receivers, but the tight end did more with less and finished second in yardage for New York on Sunday. Starting quarterback Daniel Jones (knee) went down early in this contest and had to be replaced by backup Tommy DeVito, who was already replacing Tyrod Taylor (ribs), who is currently on injured reserve. Bellinger had been backing up Darren Waller (hamstring) prior to the latter being placed on injured…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 7:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Could see extended run as starter
Bellinger is lined up to work as the Giants' starting tight end for an extended period, with Darren Waller (hamstring) a candidate to miss several weeks, per Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record.
Analysis: Bellinger worked almost exclusively as a starter as a rookie last season, but he's taken a back seat for the most part in 2023 with New York signing Waller in the offseason. However, Waller suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's loss to the Jets and has indicated that he's likely to miss multiple contests. That should push Bellinger into a more prominent role, though he shouldn't be expected to match Waller's success as a pass catcher. Daniel Jones (neck) is expected to return to action Sunday…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 2 at 11:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Goes without target Sunday
Bellinger went without a target while playing 39 of the Giants' 77 snaps on offense in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Sunday's game marked just the second time all season that Bellinger failed to draw a target. Aside from the Giants' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks in which he exited early due to injury, Bellinger has played at least 35 percent of the team's snaps on offense in every contest. However, so long as top tight end Darren Waller is available, Bellinger is likely to operate mainly as a blocker when he takes the field.
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Bellinger (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger exited early in Monday's 24-3 loss to the Seahawks with the knee injury and was a limited practice participant throughout Week 5 prep, but he evidently made enough progress for the Giants to feel comfortable keeping him active Sunday. However, Dan Duggan of The Athletic suggests that Bellinger is likely well below 100 percent healthy, so the second-year player could be subject to a lower snap count than usual behind starting tight end Darren Waller. In his three healthy games this…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Bellinger (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Miami, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger is apparently in some danger of sitting out at least one full game as he recovers from the knee injury that forced him out of Monday's game versus Seattle. If he is sidelined, Lawrence Cager would be in line to play second fiddle to Darren Waller at tight end in Week 5.
Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited by knee
Bellinger (knee) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record, Bellinger began the day working off to the side with trainers but joined his fellow tight ends when the time came for position drills. That's a relatively encouraging sign, but he'll still likely need to practice in full Friday to avoid an injury designation going into the weekend.
Published: Thu, Oct 5 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices Wednesday
Bellinger (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Bellinger suffered the injury during the Giants' first possession of Monday's 24-3 loss to the Seahawks and was unable to return. His ability to get on the field Wednesday is a positive development for his chances of suiting up this Sunday against the Dolphins, though he may need to put in a full practice by Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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Night comes to early end
Bellinger (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's contest with the Seahawks, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger suffered the knee injury on the Giants' first possession of the night and will finish the game with one catch for six yards. More information on his status may be provided after Monday's game.
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with knee injury
Bellinger suffered a knee injury and is questionable to return to Monday's contest with the Seahawks, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bellinger went down with a knee injury in the first quarter, and his status now is uncertain for the remainder of the game. Lawrence Cager is the only tight end available behind starter Darren Waller for the time being.
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing Monday
Bellinger (neck) has no injury designation ahead of Monday night's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Bellinger went from limited participation during Thursday and Friday's practices to a full participant Saturday, and he no longer carries an injury designation going into Monday night's contest. The second-year tight end has seen only two targets through three weeks on a Giants team that's been struggling to score, playing on 54 percent of the team's offensive snaps.
Published: Sat, Sep 30 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices in full Saturday
Bellinger (neck) was a full participant in Saturday's practice, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bellinger was a limited participant in Thursday's practice after popping up on the Giants' injury report, though when he sustained the neck injury is unclear. Participating in full in Saturday's practice indicates that Bellinger should be good to go for Monday's contest against the Seahawks. He has two catches for nine yards and has logged 141 snaps -- 99 on offense -- in three contests this season.
Published: Sat, Sep 30 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets questionable tag
Bellinger (neck) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: It is unclear if Bellinger picked up the injury during the Giants' Week 3 loss to the 49ers or some other way, but he popped up on the injury report Thursday. Although he is behind Darren Waller on the depth chart, the second-year tight end has handled offensive snaps north of 60 percent through three weeks. Lawrence Cager would likely be in line to assume the No. 2 role if Bellinger is unable to go.
Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 6:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to neck injury
Bellinger was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a neck injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The second-year tight end either sustained the neck injury at some point during Thursday's session or is still hurting after playing 43 total snaps (28 on offense, 15 on special teams) in the Giants' Week 3 loss to the 49ers. Though he's dropped to second on the depth chart at tight end behind offseason pickup Darren Waller in 2023, Bellinger has handled offensive snap shares north of 60 percent in two of the team's first three games. The Giants being on the wrong side of blowouts likely played…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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May have larger role Sunday
Bellinger could have an elevated role in the Giants offense Sunday against the Cowboys after Darren Waller (hamstring) was listed as questionable on the team's final Week 1 injury report, Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Waller didn't even make an appearance on the report until Friday, when he was limited at practice. A decision on his availability may not be made revealed until 90 minutes before Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, and if Waller is sidelined Bellinger would be a decent enough option to pivot to with just two games remaining on the Week 1 slate. Bellinger started 11 of the 12 games in which he played as a rookie last season, accruing a 30-268-2 line on 35 targets. Lawrence Cager (ankle) is the other…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't play in preseason finale
Bellinger sat out Saturday's exhibition loss to the Jets.
Analysis: Bellinger played in the Giants' first two preseason games, nabbing his only target for a four-yard touchdown connection with Daniel Jones. With Darren Waller added to the team in the offseason, Bellinger is slated to work in a backup role after featuring as a starter during his rookie campaign last year. That likely takes him off the fantasy radar in most formats, though he could emerge as a potential asset if Waller is unable to stay healthy.
Published: Sun, Aug 27 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Will develop behind Waller
The Giants remain high on Bellinger, who will be able to develop "at a more normal pace" after the team traded for Darren Waller on Tuesday, Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: After being taken in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Bellinger quickly worked his way up to being New York's starting tight end. Though he performed admirably in the role, finishing the campaign with 30 catches for 268 yards and two receiving touchdowns (and adding a touchdown on his only rush attempt) over 11 games, the Giants traded for Waller to help perk up their passing game soon after handing out a four-year contract to quarterback Daniel Jones. Waller's arrival will almost…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 15 at 12:06am by Rotowire.com
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Cements starting role as rookie
Bellinger totaled 30 catches on 35 targets for 268 yards and two receiving touchdowns during the regular season in his rookie campaign. He added one rush for a two-yard touchdown.
Analysis: Bellinger saw his snap count rise steadily from Week 1 to Week 6 before suffering an eye injury against Jacksonville in Week 7. The issue required surgery and cost him four contests, but Bellinger immediately slotted back into a starting role upon his return and received the lion's share of New York's tight end snaps the rest of the way, including in two postseason contests during which he tallied three catches on five targets for 21 yards. While the rookie out of San Diego State didn't record…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 2 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in TD in wild-card win
Bellinger caught both his targets for 17 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-24 wild-card win over the Vikings.
Analysis: The rookie tight end hadn't scored a TD since Week 6, but Bellinger was on the other end of a nine-yard toss from Daniel Jones early in the third quarter that gave the Giants a 24-14 lead. Bellinger has shown flashes of upside in his brief career, but they didn't come against the team he'll face in the divisional round, as the Eagles held him to only three catches for 19 yards in their first meeting back in Week 14.
Published: Sun, Jan 15 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Slightly increases production
Bellinger hauled in all three of his targets for 42 yards Sunday in the Giants' Week 17 win over Indianapolis.
Analysis: Bellinger tied for second on New York in receiving yardage with a total that established a new career-high mark. The bulk of the rookie tight end's production came on a 24-yard reception in the second quarter that took the ball to the Colts' seven-yard line and helped set up an Isaiah Hodgins receiving touchdown. Bellinger has been given a near every-down role for the playoff-bound Giants, but he hasn't put up the type of numbers typical of a must-roster tight end in standard fantasy leagues.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Records two catches Saturday
Bellinger corralled both of his targets for 27 yards in Saturday's loss to Minnesota. He also lost one fumble.
Analysis: Bellinger was the only New York tight end to see any targets Saturday, and he played all but one of the team's offensive snaps. However, the rookie continued to post modest numbers, and his fumble following a 16-yad reception on the opening play of the second quarter led to a Vikings field goal. The 27 receiving yards was Bellinger's highest mark since returning from an eye injury in Week 13, emphasizing his relatively low fantasy ceiling as quarterback Daniel Jones has increasingly fed the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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Only one catch Sunday
Bellinger caught one of four targets for four yards in a 20-12 victory over the Commanders on Sunday.
Analysis: Bellinger tied for fourth on New York with four targets, but he was able to corral only of them for a short gain. He ended up with his fewest receiving yards since being shut out entirely in the Giants' season opener, though that can be partly attributed to an overall quiet passing performance by Daniel Jones, who threw for only 160 yards. Bellinger played 98 percent of New York's offensive snaps and remains the team's clear-cut top tight end, and he will have a chance to bounce back in a Week…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 12:08am by Rotowire.com
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Playing Sunday
Bellinger (ribs) is listed as active Sunday in Washington, Matt Citak of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Last Sunday against the Eagles, Bellinger attempted to play through a rib injury but eventually departed for good in the fourth quarter. Coach Brian Daboll described Bellinger's issue as "pretty sore" Monday, capping him to limited sessions during Week 15 prep. It won't stop Bellinger from being available to the Giants offense Sunday, and assuming he avoids any in-game setbacks, he'll be set for a majority share of the team's TE reps. In nine appearances as a fourth-round rookie, he's hauled in…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable due to rib injury
Bellinger (rib) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Matt Citak of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger exited the Week 14 loss to the Eagles with a rib injury, and the rookie tight end has been limited in practice throughout the week while dealing with soreness. New York didn't get much production from its tight ends when Bellinger was out earlier in the season due to an eye injury, but Nick Vannett, Chris Myarick and Lawrence Cager would all be candidates for more playing time if Bellinger's unable to suit up Sunday.
Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited in practice
Bellinger (rib) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger is dealing with a sore rib in the aftermath of this past Sunday's loss to the Eagles, during which he made his second straight appearance following a five-week absence due to a fractured left eye socket. The rookie tight end appears on track to be available this weekend in Washington, but he may need to upgrade to full practice participation Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into Sunday.
Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice on tap
Bellinger (ribs) will be a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Per Dan Duggan of The Athletic, Bellinger was "pretty sore" following the Giants' loss to the Eagles in Week 14. While the tight end's status is worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders, Bellinger's ability to practice in any fashion Wednesday appears to be a good sign with regard to his chances of playing.
Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Still dealing with sore ribs
Giants coach Brian Daboll indicated Monday that Bellinger is "pretty sore" after leaving Sunday's loss to Philadelphia early due to a rib injury, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger hurt his ribs in the second quarter of Sunday's contest when taking a hit after making a catch. He was able to stay in the game but ultimately was pulled in the fourth period. There appears to be some concern about his status for Week 15, though a clearer picture of his availability may be shown by this week's practice reports. If Bellinger misses Sunday's game against Washington, Nick Vannett likely would take over the starting role.
Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out of Sunday's game
Bellinger won't return to Sunday's game versus the Eagles due to a rib injury, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bellinger exited the contest in the third quarter but was able to get back on the field for the Giants' first drive of the fourth. However, the rib issue that initially forced him to the sideline will keep him there for the rest of Week 14, from which he'll emerge with three catches (on three targets) for 19 yards. Bellinger's next chance to play will arrive next Sunday at Washington.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in Sunday's game
Bellinger (ribs) returned to Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger missed some time in the second half with a rib injury, but after getting examined he'll resume his status as the Giants' top tight end. He'll be looking to build upon his three catches (on three targets) for 19 yards that he compiled prior to his exit.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves game with rib injury
Bellinger is questionable to return Sunday against the Eagles due to a rib injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The rookie tight end caught a pass early in the second quarter and was slow to get up but stayed in the game until he left in the second half with a rib injury, per Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Bellinger caught three passes for 19 yards before exiting and will likely be replaced by Nick Vannett.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals five catches in return
Bellinger caught all five of his targets for 24 yards Sunday in the Giants' 20-20 tie with Washington.
Analysis: Playing in his first game since suffering a fractured left eye socket against Jacksonville in Week 7, Bellinger tied his career-best mark with five catches and finished in a tie for third on the team with five targets. The rookie tight end was used exclusively as a short-yardage option -- his longest gain went for just eight yards -- but it was still promising to see his level of involvement after the long layoff. New York appears committed to Bellinger as the team's clear-cut No. 1 tight end,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in action Sunday
Bellinger (eye) is active for Sunday's game versus the Commanders.
Analysis: After enduring a brutal fracture to his left eye socket back in Week 7 and undergoing surgery to repair it, Bellinger has progressed enough for the Giants to clear him to return. He'll thus miss four games as a result, and the team seemingly is confident he'll be able to handle most of the TE reps after making Lawrence Cager a healthy scratch Sunday. Prior to getting injured, Bellinger scored two touchdowns on 18 targets, four of which occurred in the red zone.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Drawing closer to return
Bellinger (eye) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Commanders, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Bellinger isn't in the clear yet as he draws closer to the end of his recovery from the fractured left eye socket that he sustained back in Week 7. So far, he's missed four games as a result of the injury and subsequent surgery, but three capped practices in a row this week at least has given him a chance to return Sunday. If the Giants clear him ahead of a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, Bellinger may be eased in due to the relatively steady play of fellow tight end Lawrence Cager over the last three…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited Thursday
Bellinger (eye) was listed as limited on Thursday's estimated injury report, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has been in recovery mode since suffering a fractured left eye socket Week 7. He resumed catching passes during Week 11 prep, which continued into last week. The rookie fourth-rounder then logged his first practice since sustaining the injury Wednesday, participating in a limited capacity. Bellinger would have maintained that activity level one day later if the Giants had held a session, but he at least appears to be putting himself in a position to return to action Sunday versus the…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin Week 13
Bellinger (eye) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Bellinger took part in practice for the first time since Week 7, after missing the Giants' past four games while recovering from surgery to address a fractured left eye socket. Head coach Brian Daboll expressed optimism Tuesday that Bellinger would be able to return to the lineup Sunday against the Commanders, and the rookie tight end took a positive step forward in that regard by getting back on the field, even if only in a limited capacity. If Bellinger demonstrates enough progress in the…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Week 13 return remains possible
Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Tuesday that he's optimistic that Bellinger (eye) will be available for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Though Daboll didn't offer many specifics on the matter, he indicated that Bellinger is "trending in the right direction" as the Week 13 game approaches. Before missing the Giants' past four games with a fractured eye socket, Bellinger had been serving as the team's top tight end, and he'll likely reclaim that role once he receives full medical clearance. New York has been getting by with a combination of Lawrence Cager, Tanner Hudson and Chris Myarick at tight end in recent weeks, with none…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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Could return Sunday
Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Friday that Bellinger (eye) may be able to return to action Week 13 against Washington, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has been out since suffering a fractured eye socket Oct. 24 against Jacksonville, though he was not placed on IR. The original timeframe for his return was estimated to be 4-to-6 weeks, and he's coming up on the tail end of that range. Though Bellinger has caught passes the last two weeks, he didn't officially participate in any practices. He'll need to do so this week to have a chance of playing Sunday.
Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Thursday
Bellinger (eye) won't play in Thursday's contest at Dallas, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
Analysis: Bellinger will miss a fourth game in a row due to a fractured left eye socket. Until he mixes into a practice, he isn't a candidate to return to action, but he at least resumed catching passes last Wednesday. In Bellinger's place, the Giants will continue to roll with Lawrence Cager at tight end, backed up by Tanner Hudson and Chris Myarick.
Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP
Bellinger (eye) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The Giants held a walkthrough Monday, so the injury report is merely an estimate. Regardless, it's concerning to see Bellinger remain unavailable due a fractured left eye socket. The rookie tight end will have two more opportunities to return to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Thursday's matchup against Dallas, but as of now, it appears he's trending toward a fifth straight absence.
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 11
Coach Brian Daboll said Friday that Bellinger (eye) is ruled out for Sunday's game against Detroit, Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger will miss a fourth straight contest due to a fractured left eye socket, while also having had the Giants' bye to recover. The rookie tight end was able to resume catching passes Wednesday, a sign that he continues to progress in the right direction, but New York will have to rely on Lawrence Cager, Tanner Hudson and Chris Myarick to hold down the fort at tight end for at least one more week. Bellinger's next chance to play will come Thanksgiving Day versus the Cowboys.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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Catches passes Wednesday
Bellinger (eye), who didn't practice Wednesday, was able to catch passes on the side while wearing a protective visor on his helmet, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Since fracturing his left eye socket Week 7, Bellinger has missed two games sandwiched around the Giants' Week 9 bye. The swelling around and the double vision within the eye in question has nearly subsided, and the next step in Bellinger's recovery is an upcoming visit to a specialist, which may happen by the end of this week, per Stapleton. Once that comes to pass, the Giants may have some clarity on the final stages of Bellinger's recovery timeline. For the time being, though, Lawrence Cager…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Bellinger (eye) didn't practice Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has already missed two games after fracturing his left eye socket Week 7 against the Jaguars. He's in danger of missing another game this weekend against the Lions, though he expects to play again this season.
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially out for Week 10
Bellinger (eye) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Bellinger will miss at least one more contest due to a fractured left eye socket suffered Week 7 versus the Jaguars, though the team has expressed optimism he could return Week 11 against Detroit. Chris Myarick and Tanner Hudson will hold down the fort at tight end during Sunday's contest against Houston.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Needs more time to heal
Bellinger (eye) said Wednesday that he's improving and will play again this season, but still needs more time to heal, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
Analysis: The tight end worked with trainers off to the side at practices Tuesday and Wednesday, but he'll miss at least one more game coming out of the Week 9 bye. The Giants haven't placed Bellinger on injured reserve, which suggests he at least has some chance to make it back within the next 3-to-4 weeks.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Showing improvement
Bellinger (eye) worked with trainers on the side during the open portion of New York's practice Tuesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger has been out of action since fracturing his left eye socket during a Week 7 win over the Jaguars. The rookie tight end has been said to be improving, and Giants general manager Joe Schoen recently indicated that the team hopes Bellinger will be able to return Week 11 versus Detroit, per Duggan.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Gets eye surgery
Bellinger underwent successful surgery Friday to address damage to his septum as well as fractures on the lower window of his left eye socket, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Surgery was ordered up for the rookie tight end after he suffered the injury when he was poked in the eye during the Giants' Week 7 win over the Jaguars. According to Fowler, Bellinger believes he'll be able to return to the field in 2-to-6 weeks, but prior reports have suggested a 4-to-6-week timeline may be more realistic. At least for the upcoming week, the Giants will likely turn to Chris Myarick and Tanner Hudson to handle reps at tight end, but neither player profiles as a reliable…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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Needs surgery, out indefinitely
Giants head coach Brain Daboll said Monday that Bellinger (eye) will undergo surgery and is out indefinitely, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Bellinger fractured his left eye socket during Sunday's win over the Jaguars and was transported to the hospital immediately, but he wasn't diagnosed with a fracture until meeting with a specialist Monday. Daboll wouldn't rule out the rookie tight end for the season, but he did say it's currently uncertain if Bellinger will play again this season.
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Has fractured eye socket
Bellinger may require surgery after fracturing his eye socket in Sunday's 23-17 win over the Jaguars, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bellinger had to go to the hospital after getting injured during Sunday's game, and a meeting with an ophthalmologist Monday revealed the extent of the injury. Even if the rookie tight end avoids surgery, he'll likely miss some time as he recovers from this injury, though a concrete return timetable for Bellinger has yet to be established.
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Meeting with ophthalmologist
Bellinger (eye) is slated to meet with an ophthalmologist Monday, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Bellinger was unable to return to Sunday's eventual win in Jacksonville after getting poked in the eye on his only catch near the end of the second quarter, which required a cart to go to the locker room. Coach Brian Daboll told Vacchiano that Bellinger is traveling back to New York with his teammates, but the tight end's "eye looks terrible right now." Monday's examination may reveal whether or not Bellinger misses any time, but if he does Chris Myarick and Tanner Hudson are the next Giants up…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Rejoins teammates for trip home
Coach Brian Daboll said Bellinger (eye) is back with the Giants after Sunday's win at Jacksonville, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Bellinger exited the contest after he was poked in the eye during his only catch (a 13-yarder) just before halftime, requiring a cart to get the locker room. He was seen with a lot of blood on the front of his jersey, and Daboll also told Vacchiano afterward that Bellinger's "eye looks terrible right now." There's no telling if Bellinger's status is in peril for next Sunday's visit to Seattle. The other tight ends on the Giants' active roster are Chris Myarick and Tanner Hudson.
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return versus Jacksonville
Bellinger (eye) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger had to be carted to the locker room and was seen with blood on the front of his jersey after he appeared to be poked in the eye late in the first half. According to Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports, the 22-year-old was also taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation, which should provide more clarity on the exact nature of this injury. Bellinger's next opportunity to play will come against the Seahawks on Sunday, Oct. 30.
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves Sunday's game early
Bellinger (undisclosed) was carted to the locker room during Sunday's game in Jacksonville, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: At the end of a 13-yard catch late in the second quarter, Bellinger appeared to get poked in the eye by a Jaguars defender. The nature of his injury is unclear, but he was spotted with blood on the front of his jersey as he was taken off the field, per Mark Long of the Associated Press.
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Leads NY pass catchers in win
Bellinger tallied five catches on five targets for 38 yards while scoring a touchdown in a 24-20 victory versus the Ravens in Week 6.
Analysis: Bellinger's longest reception of the day went for a modest 10 yards, but he still led the Giants with 38 receiving yards in the win. His five catches were a season high, and he narrowly fell short of his top mark of 40 receiving yards set in Week 3 against Dallas. His biggest contribution was an eight-yard touchdown reception with just over six minutes left in the fourth quarter. Bellinger hasn't seen enough volume to be more than a fringe fantasy option, but he's scored twice this season and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone as rusher
Bellinger recorded two receptions on three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 27-22 win over the Packers. He added one rush for two yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: Bellinger remained involved in the Gaints' offense, though most of the team's pass catchers were limited by the team's focus on the rushing attack. In addition to recording multiple receptions for the third straight game, he also tallied a two-yard rushing touchdown just before halftime. Bellinger has yet to record a stat line that stands out, but the Giants continue to find ways to keep him involved.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Slowly emerging
Bellinger recorded three catches on three targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Bellinger's production won't jump off the stat sheet, but he tied for the team lead with three targets and led the team in receptions and yards. The Giants attempted only 16 passes in the game, limiting the potential production of all pass catchers. However, Bellinger appears to be developing some rapport with Daniel Jones (ankle), as he's tallied seven catches for 63 yards combined across his last two games.
Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Involvement ticks up
Bellinger recorded four receptions on five targets for 40 yards in Monday's 23-16 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Bellinger had only one target through two games to begin his rookie season, but he saw a significant jump in his role against Dallas. He finished tied for second on the team in targets and also showed big-play ability by hauling in a 20-yard reception midway through the first quarter. The Giants are in need of playmakers to complement Saquon Barkley, so it's possible that Bellinger's role in the offense continues to expand.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 10:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in first career TD
Bellinger caught his lone target for a 16-yard touchdown Sunday in a 19-16 win versus the Panthers.
Analysis: Bellinger logged the most snaps (42) among Giants tight ends in the victory, though Tanner Hudson led the group with three targets, two catches and 22 yards. Bellinger made the biggest impact, however, hauling in a Daniel Jones dumpoff in the third quarter and taking it 16 yards to pay dirt. Despite the score, Bellinger isn't a particularly appealing option in fantasy given that he has just one target over his first two contests.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Not listed on Week 1 injury report
Bellinger (concussion) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game in Tennessee, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Bellinger didn't take long to pass through concussion protocol after suffering the head injury Aug. 28 in the Giants' final preseason game. He earned most of the first-team snaps at tight end throughout the preseason, and while he didn't do much with them, Bellinger could be the Week 1 starter at what looks like the team's weakest position. Behind him, the Giants have only 27-year-old Tanner Hudson and 25-year-old Chris Myarick, a duo with eight combined catches in the NFL. Bellinger is listed…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes another step
Bellinger is making progress in the concussion protocol, with his work at Wednesday's practice including running on the side, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Bellinger suffered the concussion Sunday and has another week and a half to get ready for the Giants' Sept. 11 season opener against the Titans. The fourth-round rookie worked with the starting offense throughout the preseason and appears to be the top option in arguably the weakest tight-end room in the league.
Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Progressing in recovery
Bellinger (concussion) appears to be moving through the concussion protocol rapidly, Art Stapleton of The Record Sports reports, as the tight end was spotted on the field during Tuesday's practice.
Analysis: Concussions can have varying severities and return timelines, but Bellinger's appears to be mild considering he was able to take the field just two days after the injury, even if he wasn't doing much during the portion of practice available to the media. While he has yet to officially get the green light, it seems likely that the rookie fourth-round pick will be cleared in time to suit up for the Giants' Sept. 11 season opener in Tennessee.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Concussion confirmed
Bellinger suffered a concussion during Sunday's preseason contest versus the Jets, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Concussions don't follow any set timeline for a return to action, but fortunately for Bellinger he has exactly two weeks to make his way through the league's five-step protocol related to head injuries. In a Giants tight end room light on name players, the rookie fourth-round pick has a great chance to play a prominent role at the position Week 1 and beyond, assuming he's healthy.
Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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May have head injury
Bellinger is under evaluation for a concussion during Sunday's preseason contest against the Jets, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger was seen making his way to the locker room with the Giants medical staff late in the first half. If he's eventually diagnosed with a head injury, he'll finish preseason Week 3 with three catches (on three targets) for 37 yards.
Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Mixed bag against Bengals
Bellinger caught two of three targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 25-22 preseason win over the Bengals.
Analysis: On the bright side, Bellinger got the start and seems to be the top option on New York's tight end depth chart. The fourth-round pick out of San Diego State made a rookie mistake in this one, though, as he had a catchable pass from starting quarterback Daniel Jones bounce off his hands and into those of Bengals safety Daxton Hill for an interception. That miscue aside, Bellinger looks set to play a prominent role out of the gate, though it's worth noting that he never totaled more than 357…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 7:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches pass from backup QB
Bellinger caught his only target for five yards in Thursday's 23-21 preseason win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Bellinger was listed atop the tight end depth chart heading into the preseason opener, but Daniel Jones didn't look his way during the starting quarterback's two drives of action, as the only pass thrown Bellinger's way came from backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor. Bellinger will look to make more of an impact in New York's second preseason game Aug. 21 against Cincinnati, as Ricky Seals-Jones (undisclosed) and Jordan Akins remain hot on his heels for playing time at tight end.
Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Working as No. 1 tight end
Bellinger has been getting the clear majority of first-team work at tight end during camp, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Bellinger spent some time on the PUP list in late July, but he's since recovered from a quadriceps issue and may have worked his way into the lead role at tight end for New York to begin his rookie season. Ricky Seals-Jones initially was thought to be the slight favorite to top the depth chart at the position, but he's missed the entire past week of practice with an undisclosed issue. Should Bellinger secure the No. 1 TE role, he'd be an interesting target in fantasy given the team's potential…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 7 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Comes off PUP list
The Giants activated Bellinger (quadriceps) from the PUP list Wednesday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Bellinger was placed on the list just under a week ago with a quadriceps issue, but he appears to be ready to return to practice as training camp gets underway. The 21-year-old is in line to get consideration for the starting role at tight end after he was selected in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. He'll compete with Ricky Seals-Jones and Jordan Akins for work at the position.
Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on PUP list
The Giants placed Bellinger (quadriceps) on the physically unable to perform list Thursday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Rookies reported for New York's training camp Tuesday, so Bellinger may have sustained his quad injury in the interval since. The 2022 fourth-round pick worked predominantly with the first team during spring practices, and he appears to have a legitimate shot at securing the No. 1 role in the Giants' tight end room. Of course, if Bellinger misses a substantial amount of practices time due to injury this offseason, his chances of starting could significantly dip.
Published: Thu, Jul 21 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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