New York Giants running back Devin Singletary will be missing the upcoming Week 6 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a groin injury, marking his second consecutive absence from the field. Punter Jamie Gillan and wide receiver Bryce Ford-Wheaton have also been ruled out for the game. Singletary signed a three-year, $16.5 million deal in the offseason to replace the departing Saquon Barkley and has been a key player for the team, with 56 carries for 221 yards and two touchdowns before his injury. Fifth-round pick Tyrone Tracy will likely start in Singletary’s place after an impressive performance against the Seattle Seahawks in the previous week.
In response to their various injuries, the Giants signed veteran punter Matt Haack to the team. Haack impressed during a workout on Friday and earned a spot on the roster for Sunday night’s game. During his career, Haack has maintained a 44.5-yard per punt average and will be playing in his 100th career NFL game. Haack previously played for the Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, and Cleveland Browns before joining the Giants roster for the 2024 season. The team will also be without star receiver Malik Nabers, who is sidelined due to a concussion suffered in Week 4.
Despite the absence of Singletary and Nabers, the Giants face a tough challenge against Joe Burrow and the Bengals in Week 6. Singletary’s injury adds to the team’s growing list of sidelined players, leading to concerns about their ability to compete effectively against the Bengals. Nabers’ attendance at a Travis Scott concert sparked controversy among Giants fans, although head coach Brian Daboll clarified that it did not violate concussion protocol. Daboll indicated that Nabers is making progress in his recovery, but the specifics of his situation remain undisclosed as the team continues to monitor his condition on a day-to-day basis.
With key players like Singletary and Nabers out of the lineup, the Giants will need to rely on their depth and inexperienced players to step up and fill the void in Week 6. Tracy’s potential as a replacement for Singletary will be closely watched as the team seeks to establish a strong offensive presence against the Bengals. Haack’s arrival as the new punter brings additional experience and stability to the team, but overcoming the loss of key offensive weapons will be a significant challenge. As the Giants prepare to face the Bengals, their ability to adapt and adjust to the absence of key players will be crucial in determining their success on the field.
