SEPTEMBER 27 • GIANTS.COM
DANIEL BELLINGER #82 - TIGHT END - NEW YORK GIANTS
31 YDS •
3 REC •
0 TD
31 YDS
3 REC
0 TD
TE Daniel Bellinger talks Week 4 loss Tight end Daniel Bellinger speaks to the media after the Giants' loss to the Cowboys.
Nabs one catch in Week 3 victory Bellinger caught his only target for 17 yards against Cleveland in Sunday's 21-15 win.
Impact Bellinger's lone target and reception went for 17 yards early in the third quarter. While he did log a season-high 26 offensive snaps, that number was well behind the 58 offensive snaps accumulated by No. 1 tight end Theo Johnson. Overall, Bellinger has just two catches (both of which he has caught for 20 total yards) through three weeks, making him a non-factor in fantasy.
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SEPTEMBER 10 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Clear backup in Week 1 Bellinger caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.
Impact Bellinger was listed as New York's No. 1 tight end on the team's first unofficial depth chart during the preseason and split first-team reps with rookie Theo Johnson throughout training camp, but he was clearly behind Johnson in the pecking order Sunday. While Bellinger logged just 16 offensive snaps (23 percent of the team's total), Johnson tallied 61 (86 percent), and even Chris Manhertz (20 offensive snaps) was on the field more often than Bellinger. Manhertz played primarily in two-TE sets and does most of his work as a blocker, so he's not a threat to Bellinger's playing time, but for the time being it appears that the Giants prefer Johnson as the starter over Bellinger at the position.
SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Clear backup in Week 1 Bellinger caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.
Impact Bellinger was listed as New York's No. 1 tight end on the team's first unofficial depth chart during the preseason and split first-team reps with rookie Theo Johnson throughout training camp, but he was clearly behind Johnson in the pecking order Sunday. While Bellinger logged just 16 offensive snaps (23 percent of the team's total), Johnson tallied 61 (86 percent), and even Chris Manhertz (20 offensive snaps) was on the field more often than Bellinger. Manhertz played primarily in two-TE sets and does most of his work as a blocker, so he's not a threat to Bellinger's playing time, but for the time being it appears that the Giants prefer Johnson as the starter over Bellinger at the position.
SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
One catch in preseason opener Bellinger caught one of two targets for seven yards in Thursday's 14-3 preseason win over the Lions.
Impact Bellinger wasn't heavily involved but neither was rookie fourth-round pick Theo Johnson, who wasn't targeted Thursday. Tyree Jackson was the Giants' most productive tight end Thursday with two catches for 34 yards, but Bellinger and Johnson have been splitting first-team reps in practice and remain on track to lead the position come the regular season. New York's next preseason game will be in Houston next Saturday.
AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE
Listed first on initial depth chart Bellinger is listed as the No. 1 tight end on the Giants' first unofficial depth chart, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Impact With Darren Waller deciding to retire in the offseason, New York's starting tight-end role is up for grabs. It makes sense for Bellinger to work in that capacity given that he was the starter during his rookie campaign before Waller was brought into the fold, but -- despite drawing positive reviews from the team's coaching staff -- he was only modestly productive with 30 receptions for 268 yards and two touchdowns over 12 regular-season games. The Giants drafted Theo Johnson in the fourth round of Aprils' NFL Draft with Waller's then-potential retirement in mind, and he's worked with the first-team offense at times during training camp, so he appears to be the biggest threat to Bellinger attaining the starting role. However, on the the team's initial depth chart, Johnson is listed as fourth at tight end behind Bellinger, Lawrence Cager and Chris Manhertz.
AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE
Fine for start of camp Bellinger (undisclosed) has been cleared to practice at the start of Giants training camp this week, Dan Salomone of the team's official website reports.
Impact Bellinger missed some work during the spring with an undisclosed injury, but he's ready to roll for the start of training camp. Following the retirement of Darren Waller earlier this summer, Bellinger is penciled in atop the depth chart at tight end for the G-Men. Bellinger has 55 catches for 523 yards and two touchdowns through two NFL seasons and is unlikely to factor into the TE1 fantasy discussion after going scoreless on 25 grabs last year. Rookie Theo Johnson (hip, PUP) will also be in the mix at the positing for New York.
JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE
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JUNE 21 • GIANTS.COM
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JUNE 11 • GIANTS.COM
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JUNE 10 • NJ.COM
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DECEMBER 31, 2023 • GIANTS.COM
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DECEMBER 26, 2023 • GIANTS.COM
Nabs two catches as Waller's backup Bellinger caught both of his targets or 13 yards in Sunday's 24-6 Week 15 loss to New Orleans.
Impact Bellinger worked as New York's starting tight end while Waller was on IR with a hamstring injury between Week 9 and Week 14, but he returned to a backup role with the latter returning Sunday. Bellinger averaged a modest 2.2 receptions for 27.6 yards during his five-game starting stint, and he wasn't far off those numbers while working behind Waller against the Saints. Waller appeared to come out of the contest in good health, so Bellinger should again see limited receiving opportunities next Monday against the Eagles.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable for Monday Bellinger (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Packers, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Impact Bellinger has registered close to 90 percent of the team's offensive snaps dating back to Week 8, so if he's unable to go it would be a major strain on the team's tight end depth. Expect Lawrence Cager to receive the bulk of the opportunities if the 23-year-old is unable to play.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could see extended run as starter Bellinger is lined up to work as the Giants' starting tight end for an extended period with Darren Waller (hamstring) expected to miss several weeks, per Art Stapleton of The Berge...
Impact Bellinger worked almost exclusively as a starter as a rookie last season, but he's taken a back seat for the most part in 2023 with New York signing Waller in the offseason. However, Waller suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's loss to the Jets and has indicated that he's likely to miss multiple contests. That should push Bellinger into a more prominent role, though he shouldn't be expected to match Waller's success as a pass catcher. Daniel Jones (neck) is expected to return to action Sunday against Las Vegas after missing each of New York's past three games, which should boost the outlook of Bellinger and the team's entire pass-catching corps. Still, Bellinger averaged a modest 2.5 catches for 22.3 yards over 12 contests working with Jones as the team's top TE last year, so expectations for his production in Waller's stead should be tempered.
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • GIANTS.COM
Goes without target Sunday Bellinger went without a target while playing 39 of the Giants' 77 snaps on offense in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Bills.
Impact Sunday's game marked just the second time all season that Bellinger failed to draw a target. Aside from the Giants' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks in which he exited early due to injury, Bellinger has played at least 35 percent of the team's snaps on offense in every contest. However, so long as top tight end Darren Waller is available, Bellinger is likely to operate mainly as a blocker when he takes the field.
OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Giants injury report: Updates on Saquon Barkley, offensive line, Daniel Bellinger The Giants' offensive line remains a concern as team prepares for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • NJ.COM
Daniel Jones' play-fake leaves Daniel Bellinger open on 4-yard TD | Giants vs. Panthers Highlights Quarterback Daniel Jones' shifty play-fake leaves tight end Daniel Bellinger open on a 4-yard touchdown.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • GIANTS.COM
Daniel Jones' shifty play-fake leaves Daniel Bellinger open on 4-yard TD New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones' shifty play-fake leaves tight end Daniel Bellinger open on a 4-yard touchdown.
AUGUST 18, 2023 • NFL.COM
Daniel Bellinger catches for a 4-yard Touchdown vs. Carolina Panthers
AUGUST 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Giants TE Daniel Bellinger Focused on One Goal The Giants’ fourth-round pick from a year ago has one main objective for 2023.
AUGUST 6, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
How Giants TE Daniel Bellinger Has Benefitted from Darren Waller's Arrival Bellinger hasn’t been shy about picking the brain of his new teammate, who’s only been too happy to share his experience.
AUGUST 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
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AUGUST 2, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
