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  • Gary Brightwell
  • RB #23
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@PHI: #18 vs opposing RB - 22.26 FPA
Bye Week9Rank99% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts0.90WK 18 Pts7.30
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@TEN
Win, 21-20
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2CAR
Win, 19-16
---14--------1.40
3DAL
Loss, 16-23
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4CHI
Win, 20-12
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5@GB
Win, 27-22
---51-------6.50
6BAL
Win, 24-20
------------0.00
7@JAX
Win, 23-17
------------0.00
8@SEA
Loss, 13-27
------------0.00
9Bye  ------------0.00
10HOU
Win, 24-16
------------0.00
11DET
Loss, 18-31
------------0.00
12@DAL
Loss, 20-28
---31-218-----6.90
13WAS
Tie, 20-20
------------0.00
14PHI
Loss, 22-48
---23-218-----6.10
15@WAS
Win, 20-12
------------0.00
16@MIN
Loss, 24-27
----1---------0.10
17IND
Win, 38-10
---9--------0.90
18@PHI
Loss, 16-22
---60-13-----7.30
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@TEN,
W 21-20
-----0.00
2CAR,
W 19-16
14----1.40
3DAL,
L 16-23
-----0.00
4CHI,
W 20-12
-----0.00
5@GB,
W 27-22
51---6.50
6BAL,
W 24-20
-----0.00
7@JAX,
W 23-17
-----0.00
8@SEA,
L 13-27
-----0.00
9Bye-----0.00
10HOU,
W 24-16
-----0.00
11DET,
L 18-31
-----0.00
12@DAL,
L 20-28
31-18--6.90
13WAS,
Tie, 20-20
-----0.00
14PHI,
L 22-48
23-18--6.10
15@WAS,
W 20-12
-----0.00
16@MIN,
L 24-27
-1-----0.10
17IND,
W 38-10
9----0.90
18@PHI,
L 16-22
60-3--7.30
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  • 126.90
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  • 16-0.10
  • 170.90
  • 187.30
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News

  • Leading rusher in Week 18

    Brightwell carried the ball 11 times for 60 yards and caught one of three targets for three yards in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: With Saquon Barkley inactive in a relatively meaningless game for the Giants, Brightwell wound up being the team's leading rusher. The 60 yards were also a new career high for the 2021 sixth-round pick, and if somehow the team doesn't re-sign Barkley in the offseason or bring in a high-profile replacement, Brightwell could have a much more significant role in 2023.

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees just one snap Week 16

    Brightwell lost one yard on his only carry and returned one kickoff for 26 yards in a loss to the Vikings on Saturday.

    Analysis: After failing to record any offensive snaps against Washington in Week 15, Brightwell got one snap Saturday, but he lost a yard on a first-down carry in the first quarter. His role as the team's kick returner boosts his importance to New York, but Brightwell shouldn't be expected to be a fantasy producer while lead back Saquon Barkley (63 snaps Saturday) and No. 2 ball carrier Matt Breida (11 snaps) are healthy.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Loses role on offense

    Brightwell did not log any offensive snaps in New York's Week 15 win over the Commanders. He played on 15 special-teams snaps and tallied 21 yards on his lone kickoff return.

    Analysis: With Saquon Barkley limited last week against the Eagles, Brightwell saw a season-high 21 offensive snaps and tallied 41 total yards. However, Barkley was back at full strength Sunday, pushing Brightwell out of the offense entirely. Matt Breida looks to have a secure hold on the minimal backup touches behind Barkley, so Brightwell could be in line for more games like this one during which he works exclusively as a special teamer.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 12:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets increased work in Week 14 loss

    Brightwell gained 23 yards on five carries and secured two of three targets for 18 yards in a loss to Philadelphia in Week 14. He added three kick returns for 58 yards.

    Analysis: Brightwell didn't log an offensive snap against Washington in Week 13, but he tallied 21 against the Eagles on Sunday. That was partly due to Saquon Barkley's limitations due to a neck injury and partly due to the Giants getting routed in the contest. It was nonetheless revealing that Brightwell logged just two fewer snaps than presumed No. 2 back Matt Breida, and Brightwell was the far more productive player with 41 total yards to Breida's 15. Neither backup ball carrier has fantasy value as…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to return duties

    Brightwell did not log any offensive snaps in Sunday's 20-20 tie with Washington, but he gained 44 yards on two kick returns.

    Analysis: Brightwell entered the weekend with a questionable tag due to an illness. He was ultimately able to play against Washington but did not garner any snaps on offense for the first time since Week 10. Brightwell had seen his most action of the campaign on Thanksgiving, totaling 31 yards on five carries and 18 yards on two catches against Dallas. He's yet to log more than 10 offensive snaps in any game this season, and his value to the Giants is primarily as a kick returner.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 10:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Brightwell (illness) is active Sunday against the Commanders.

    Analysis: Brightwell closed out the week with back-to-back limited practices, and he's good to go Week 13 against Washington. He saw an increased role in Week 12's loss to the Cowboys, which may be worth monitoring to see if it carries over to today.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable for Sunday

    Brightwell (illness) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Washington, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness, but he's logged back-to-back limited sessions to end Week 13 prep and has a chance to suit up Sunday. The backup running back saw a career-high seven touches during the Giants' Thanksgiving Day loss to Dallas, but if Brightwell is deemed available against Washington, it's unclear if he'll match that type of usage while operating behind Saquon Barkley and Matt Breida.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumps up practice activity Thursday

    Brightwell (illness) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's estimated injury report, per Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site.

    Analysis: Brightwell missed practice Wednesday after he reportedly came down with an unspecified illness Tuesday. However, the running back appears to be working through this ailment well, and he will have one more chance to practice in full before Sunday's game against Washington. Brightwell saw season highs in touches and offensive snaps during the Giants' loss to Dallas on Thanksgiving Day, so he could be in line for additional usage behind Saquon Barkley and Matt Breida when healthy.

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted at practice Wednesday

    Brightwell (illness) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell is under the weather to start Week 13 prep but will have two more opportunities to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against Washington. The aliment comes at an inopportune time for the running back, who saw a career-high seven touches in the team's Week 12 loss to Dallas.

    Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Under the weather

    Brightwell is dealing with an illness Tuesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell is coming off a season-high five carries for 31 yards, as well as two catches on two targets for 18 yards in Week 12's loss to the Cowboys. With no one behind Brightwell on the team's positional depth chart, a promotion from the team's practice squad may be in order, if he is unable to suit up Sunday against the Commanders.

    Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets expanded role Thursday

    Brightwell rushed five times for 31 yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards in a Thanksgiving loss to Dallas.

    Analysis: Brightwell came into Thursday with just four carries on the campaign and none since Week 5. The second-year back exceeded that season total against the Cowboys, and he added his first two receptions (on his first two targets) of the season. Brightwell did well with the opportunity, ripping off a 15-yard gain on his second carry, following that with an 11-yard rush and later adding carries of four and six yards, respectively, on consecutive plays to single-handedly give New York a first down.…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets into end zone Sunday

    Brightwell rushed twice for five yards and scored a touchdown in a 27-22 win over the Packers on Sunday. He also returned three kickoffs for 56 yards.

    Analysis: When Saquon Barkley briefly departed with a shoulder injury during a Giants drive that ran from the end of the third quarter through the beginning of the fourth, both Brightwell and Matt Breida got to see more time than usual on the field. Brightwell logged two carries during the drive and helped New York tie the score 20-20 with a two-yard run into the end zone. With just four carries and no receiving targets through five weeks, it's clear that Brightwell isn't going to be asked to do much…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 9:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets one touch in Week 2

    Brightwell rushed once for 14 yards and was not targeted in the passing game during a 19-16 victory versus the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Brightwell was in on only one offensive snap in the contest, but he made the most of it with a 14-yard rush in a third-and-one situation in the fourth quarter. The carry moved New York past midfield and helped set up Graham Gano's game-deciding 56-yard field goal. In addition to the one carry, Brightwell logged 17 snaps on special teams, which is where he figures to make most of his impact this season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Wednesday

    Brightwell (undisclosed) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell was sidelined for the Giants' second preseason contest but returned to action for the finale and will be good to go for the regular-season opener. The second-year return man is expected to operate as a depth running back behind Saquon Barkley and Matt Breida, but he'll get most of his snaps on special teams.

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play against Bengals

    Brightwell won't play in Sunday's preseason matchup against the Bengals, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Both Brightwell and Matt Breida (undisclosed) will be held out against Cincinnati, so Antonio Williams and Jashaun Corbin should have increased opportunities in the Giants' backfield. Brightwell will try to return for the team's final game of the preseason Aug. 28 against the Jets.

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could get big opportunity Thursday

    Brightwell figures to see plenty of action in Thursday's preseason opener versus New England, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: No. 2 running back Matt Breida is dealing with an undisclosed injury and isn't expected to play Thursday, and Saquon Barkley will likely see very limited snaps. That should leave lots of room for youngsters Antonio Williams, Jashaun Corbin and Brightwell to show off their skills. Brightwell was listed as the third-string running back on the Giants' first unofficial depth chart, but Williams has more often been receiving those reps during camp. Only one of Brightwell, Williams and Corbin may…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 9:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participates in minicamp

    Brightwell (neck) was a participant in the Giants' voluntary minicamp Wednesday.

    Analysis: Brightwell ended last season on IR after suffering a neck injury in Week 15 against the Cowboys. The 2021 sixth-round selection saw little work on offense during his rookie campaign, getting one carry for four yards and one reception on one target for six yards in 13 games. Instead Brightwell was a consistent contributor on special teams, a role he'll likely continue this upcoming season.

    Published: Wed, Apr 20 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on injured reserve

    Brightwell (neck) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell sustained a neck injury in Week 15 and hadn't returned to practice since then. With just two games remaining in the regular season, he'll be unable to return to the 2021 campaign. The 2021 sixth-rounder appeared in 13 games during his rookie season but played primarily on special teams.

    Published: Thu, Dec 30 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unavailable Sunday

    Brightwell (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell suffered the neck injury last week against the Cowboys and will be sidelined for at least one game. Saquon Barkley (ankle) and Devontae Booker are the only other running backs on the active roster, so the Giants could add a back from the practice squad for depth purposes this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Brightwell (neck) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell suffered a neck injury in the first half of Sunday's loss to the Cowboys and did not retake the field. The special-teams contributor will have two more chances to practice ahead of Week 16's road matchup against the Eagles.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not returning Sunday

    Brightwell (neck) will not return Sunday against the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell suffered the neck injury in the first half on a special-teams play. His absence shouldn't impact the Giants' offense, as he is primarily a special-teams contributor.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers neck injury

    Brightwell is questionable to return after suffering a neck injury in Sunday's game against Dallas, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell suffered the injury in the first half on a special teams play. He has recorded only one rushing attempt and one reception across 12 games this season, so his absence isn't likely to have a major effect on the Giants' offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Brightwell was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Dan Duggan of The Athletic confirms that Brightwell actually tested positive for COVID-19, but the rookie running back has evidently recovered. If any lingering effects of the virus don't prevent Brightwell from suiting up Monday in Tampa Bay, his role will depend on the health of Saquon Barkley (ankle) and Devontae Booker (hip), who are both well above Brightwell in New York's backfield pecking order when healthy.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still on COVID-19 list

    Brightwell (undisclosed) remains on the reserve/COVID list as of Sunday.

    Analysis: Brightwell was among a number of Giants players and personnel to enter the COVID-19 protocol this week, and while he was listed as questionable Sunday against the Raiders, the team was unable to activate him Saturday, according to Dan Duggan of The Athletic. With Saquon Barkley (ankle) again inactive, the Giants were left with Devontae Booker, Elijhaa Penny and Cullen Gillaspia out of the backfield for Week 9. Booker ended up injuring his hip during Sunday's 23-16 loss, so if Brightwell can get…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Sunday

    Brightwell (undisclosed) is unavailable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, according to Dan Benton of USA Today.

    Analysis: Brightwell missed Thursday's and Friday's practices after landing in the COVID-19 protocol and wasn't activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday. With Saquon Barkley (ankle) still sidelined, the Giants are down to Devontae Booker, Elijhaa Penny and Cullen Gillaspia out of the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable

    Brightwell (undisclosed) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Raiders.

    Analysis: Brightwell missed Thursday's and Friday's practice after landing in COVID-19 protocol. If he is ultimately cleared ahead of Sunday's game, he will be expected to provide depth in the backfield behind Devontae Booker and Elijhaa Penny as well as contribute on special teams.

    Published: Sat, Nov 6 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • In COVID-19 protocol

    Brightwell didn't practice Thursday and is in the COVID-19 protocol, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brightwell was seemingly one of several Giants players and test members that tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week, but following subsequent retesting, only running backs coach Burton Burns has had his positive result confirmed. Meanwhile, running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) and safety Xavier McKinney were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, though New York seemingly has hope that both will be cleared upon further follow-up testing. Brightwell's ability to avoid landing on…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No usage in Week 8

    Brightwell did not play an offensive snap during Monday's 20-17 loss against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Brightwell has yet to record an offensive snap since the Giants' Week 3 loss against the Falcons. The 2021 sixth-round pick has failed to make a name in the Giants' rushing attack despite an injury to All-Pro running back Saquon Barkley (ankle). In Barkley's absence the team has relied exclusively on running backs Devontae Booker and Elijhaa Penny. Monday's contest saw only Booker register any carries for the Giants, totaling 60 yards on 15 attempts.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • No offensive snaps in Week 7

    Brightwell didn't play an offensive snap in Sunday's 25-3 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: All 18 of Brightwell's snaps came on special teams. With Saquon Barkley (ankle) out, New York used fullback Elijhaa Penny (nine carries for 24 yards) to spell primary option Devontae Booker (14 carries for 51 yards and a touchdown). Despite Penny's lackluster performance, the Giants seem to trust him more than Brightwell, whom the team selected in the sixth round of the 2021 draft.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not part of offense in loss

    Brightwell failed to record an offensive snap in Sunday's 44-20 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Brightwell's 16 special teams snaps represented his only action in Week 5. The rookie's lack of usage in the running game was surprising considering teammate Saquon Barkley exited the game in the first quarter with an ankle injury. Instead, it was Devontae Booker and Elijhaa Penny who carried the load after Barkley's departure. Booker, the team's No. 2 back, rushed 16 times while Penny, listed as a fullback, finished the game with just one carry. Brightwell could see a modest bump to his usage…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not involved on offense

    Brightwell failed to record a single rush or target in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: The 2021 sixth-round pick did not see the field on offense and is currently the team's third-string running back behind Saquon Barkley and Devontae Booker. With Barkley back to playing at an elite level, both Booker and Brightwell will find it difficult to see much playing time. However, if Barkley were to suffer another injury, the rookie could potentially find himself seeing meaningful touches. Until then, Brightwell remains well off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 5 matchup against the…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has one carry

    Brightwell had one carry for four yards Sunday against the Falcons.

    Analysis: With Devontae Booker a healthy scratch, it appears Brightwell is Saquon Barkley's backup for the time being. Barkley seems healthy enough to carry a full workload, however.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 2:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not part of offense in Week 2

    Brightwell didn't record an offensive snap during Thursday's contest against Washington.

    Analysis: Brightwell played eight offensive snaps and caught his only target for six yards in Week 1, but he wasn't part of the offense in Week 2. The 22-year-old is not a viable fantasy option as long as Saquon Barkley and Devontae Booker are healthy.

    Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records one catch

    Brightwell caught his lone target for six yards in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Brightwell did not record a single carry in the contest while operating as the team's No. 3 running back. The rookie played eight of a total 61 offensive snaps as the Giants struggled to get much of anything going on offense. Brightwell is not a trustworthy option for fantasy managers as long as both Saquon Barkley and Devontae Booker are healthy. Next up for the Giants is a Thursday night tilt against Washington to kick of Week 2.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 9:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Features late Sunday

    Brightwell rushed three times for seven yards in Sunday's 17-13 preseason loss to the Browns. He also caught three of five targets for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Brightwell saw action behind Devontae Booker and Corey Clement. The rookie sixth-rounder didn't manage many yards, but Brightwell at least showed some pass-catching utility, tying for the team high in receptions. Although Booker and Clement represent needed veteran insurance behind star Saquon Barkley, Brightwell nonetheless will hope to earn a roster spot following next weekend's exhibition finale.

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Brightwell (undisclosed) is practicing Tuesday after being sidelined early in training camp, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear what's kept the rookie sixth-round pick off the field, but he's returned to practice after missing the first preseason game. The next few weeks of the preseason could be big for Brightwell, who's competing with Corey Clement for No. 3 on the depth chart behind Saquon Barkley (knee) and Devontae Booker.

    Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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