Tyrone Tracy expressed his surprise and excitement after marking a historic achievement with teammate Malik Nabers during the New York Giants’ impressive 45-33 win over the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium. The duo became only the third rookie pair in NFL history to each exceed 1,000 yards from scrimmage in their debut season.
Tracy, a seasoned player who has been playing football since the age of three, shared his disbelief at being part of such a significant moment in NFL history. “I’ve never thought I’d be a part of NFL history,” he remarked. The incredible feat positions them alongside notable past rookies, including Reggie Bush and Marques Colston from 2006, and Abner Haynes and Johnny Robinson from 1960.
During the game, Nabers achieved his milestone with a 31-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter, while Tracy reached his 1,000-yard mark with a dynamic 40-yard play in the second quarter. “It’s kudos to him and me that we came out here, do our job and then come in the game to help the team win,” Nabers said, emphasizing the support and camaraderie they shared throughout the season.
Nabers concluded the game with an impressive 104 receptions totaling 1,140 yards, while Tracy accumulated 780 rushing yards and 277 receiving yards, resulting in a total of 1,057 yards from scrimmage.
The game, however, was not without its setbacks. Defensive lineman Armon Watts had to be carted off due to a knee injury, and the Colts faced elimination from playoff contention, a disappointing outcome for the team and their head coach Shane Steichen.
Overall, this moment serves as a beacon of hope and potential for both Tracy and Nabers as they build their NFL careers. Their achievements not only reflect hard work and determination but also a strong partnership that can lead to future successes on the field.