New York Giants release TE Tyree Jackson after injury settlement

The New York Giants have released tight end Tyree Jackson (back) from injured reserve (IR) due to an injury agreement.

Jackson had previously been released due to injury and landed back on the injured list late last week.

Jackson, 26, 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 switched 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 and completed 55.8% of his passes for 6,999 yards, 49 touchdowns, and 24 interceptions. He also ran for another 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 he was injured.

In addition, wide receiver Dennis Houston (wrist) was released from waivers and returned to the injured list.