Giants’ RB Tyrone Tracy progressing in concussion protocol

Giants’ RB Tyrone Tracy progressing in concussion protocol
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Leading rusher is one step closer to being cleared to play on Sunday

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy took a step on Thursday toward clearing the NFL’s concussion in time for Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders. The rookie practiced in a non-contact jersey, which is more than he did on Wednesday after sustaining a concussion Monday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Head coach Brian Daboll said Tracy is “trending in the right direction” for Sunday.

Tracy, a fifth-round pick who did not start until Week 5 when veteran running back Devin Singletary was out with an injury, leads the Giants with 376 rushing yards and an avergae of 5.2 yards per rushing attempt.

Tracy had a career-high 145 yards on 20 carries, including a 45-yard touchdown run, Monday against Pittsburgh.

The only Giants who did not practice are punter Jamie Gillan (left hamstring) and wide receiver/special teamer Bryce Ford-Wheaton (Achilles). Gillan could be headed toward missing a fourth straight game.

Daboll said cornerback Adoree’ Jackson, who has missed two games with a neck injury, “should be good to go” against the Commanders.