Giants release TE Tyree Jackson with an injury settlement

The New York Giants have released tight end Tyree Jackson (back) off of injured reserve (IR) with an injury settlement.

Jackson was previously waived with an injury designation and reverted to IR late last week.

The 26-year-old Jackson originally signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2019 when current Giants head coach Brian Daboll was their offensive coordinator.

Jackson began his NFL career as a quarterback but later transitioned to tight end in 2021 as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Back in college as a member of the Buffalo Bulls (MAC), Jackson appeared in 33 games, completing 55.8% of his passes for 6,999 yards, 49 touchdowns, and 24 interceptions. He also rushed for an additional 757 yards and 16 touchdowns.

After quarterback Drew Lock suffered a hip injury in a preseason game against the Detroit Lions, Jackson stepped in as the Giants’ emergency quarterback before being injured.

Additionally, wide receiver Dennis Houston (wrist) has cleared waivers and reverted to IR.