EASY RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Tuck has returned to practice with the New York Giants and is hoping to play in the season opener against the Washington Redskins.
Tuck practiced on a limited basis Friday and was listed as questionable for Sunday’s game in Washington by coach Tom Coughlin.
Tuck walked away from reporters in the locker room after practice, stopping only to say he was hopeful that he would play. He also said it remains to seen what happens the next two days.
While Tuck seemingly was on the mend after missing practice Thursday, tight end Travis Beckum had to leave practice on Friday when his right hamstring tightened up.
The injury probably will give the starting job to free agent Jake Ballard, who spent most of last season on the Giants practice squad.
