The New York Giants‘ offense has not been the same without rookie tight end Daniel Bellinger. In Week 7, Bellinger suffered an eye injury during the Giants’ thrilling victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Giants’ rookie tight end underwent surgery and has been sidelined since the injury. But now, as the Giants prepare for their toughest stretch on the schedule, Daniel Bellinger is “trending in the right direction” and could make his return to the lineup this week.
Daniel Bellinger is “trending in the right direction” for Week 13 return
The New York Giants are preparing for their most important game of the season. After losing three of their last four games, Big Blue needs to pick up a win against the Washington Commanders in Week 13 to keep their playoff hopes alive. Thankfully, reinforcements are on the way, including the probable return of tight end Daniel Bellinger to the lineup.
Head coach Brian Daboll told the media today that he is “optimistic for Belly” as the rookie tight end prepares to play for the first time since Week 7. Prior to his injury, Daniel Bellinger was one of the Giants’ biggest playmakers on offense. Through the first seven games of the season, Bellinger hauled in 16 of his 18 targets, totaling 152 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns, and 1 rushing touchdown. Daniel Bellinger is a versatile playmaker with the ability to make plays after the catch.
In addition to being a reliable pass-catcher, Daniel Bellinger was a key component of the Giants’ rushing attack prior to exiting the lineup with an injury. Bellinger proved to be an excellent run-blocker early on this season.
Through Weeks 1 to 7 with Daniel Bellinger in the lineup, Saquon Barkley totaled 726 rushing yards (103.7 yards per game). Since Bellinger exited the lineup, Barkley has totaled 266 rushing yards (66.5 yards per game).
Daniel Bellinger is a game-changer for the New York Giants’ offense. Not only does the rookie tight end provide Daniel Jones with a reliable target underneath, but he also helps spring big-time runs for Saquon Barkley as a formidable blocker. Head coach Brian Daboll said that Bellinger is is “trending in the right direction” to play this Sunday against the Washington Commanders (Giants.com).
If Bellinger plays, the rookie tight end would be a huge boost to the Giants’ offense which is in need of a bounce-back performance after two straight losses. Daniel Bellinger could be the player to get the New York Giants back on track as he provides a boost in both the passing and the rushing game.