There’s a growing buzz around the New York Giants’ revamped running back group, which has gotten noticeably younger over the past two offseasons.
Second-year back Tyrone Tracy Jr. is expected to lead the charge after a promising rookie campaign. He’ll be joined by rookie Cam Skattebo, a fourth-round pick who’s also generating early hype. Together, they form an exciting young tandem—but in all the noise, veteran Devin Singletary is being overlooked.
Despite the lack of chatter, Singletary remains a valuable asset. According to Pro Football Focus, he forced 10 missed tackles in Week 2 last season—the most among all NFL running backs that week—and his 95 rushing yards ranked 11th. Over four starts, he racked up 20 missed tackles forced, proving he still has plenty left in the tank.
Devin Singletary
Singletary Deserves a Bigger Role in the Giants’ Backfield
The Giants signed Singletary to a three-year, $16.5 million deal last offseason, intending for him to be a key part of the offense. But now, he’s being viewed as an afterthought in the backfield rotation.
That perception is unfair. Rather than pigeonholing the Giants’ ground game as a two-man show, it should be seen as a three-headed committee, with Singletary playing a vital role. He brings veteran savvy, elusiveness in space, and consistent playmaking ability—skills the offense will need in 2025.
He Was Productive Before Injury Last Season
Before being sidelined by injury, Singletary got off to a strong start in 2024. Over four games, he rushed for 221 yards and two touchdowns on 56 carries and added 10 receptions for 72 yards through the air. His production and versatility highlight exactly why the Giants can’t afford to let him fade into the background.
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