Jason Pinnock Injury News & Updates
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Moves into reserve role
Pinnock played two snaps on special teams and none on defense in Sunday's 30-19 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Through the first five weeks of the season, Pinnock had played every defensive snap for the 49ers, accruing 17 tackles along the way. The 49ers opted to shake up their defensive backfield for Week 6, however, with Pinnock falling out of the mix entirely while Ji'Ayir Brown moved into a full-time role alongside rookie Marques Sigle, who split snaps with Malik Mustapha at the other safety spot. Pinnock thus appears to be the 49ers' No. 4 safety at the moment, making him unlikely to receive meaningful playing time unless one or two of Brown, Sigle and Mustapha is out with an injury.
Sep 3, 2025
Logs full practice
Pinnock (heel) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock did not play in the Niners' last two preseason games due to a lingering heel injury, but he appears to be past the issue and on track to play against the Seahawks on Sunday. With Malik Mustapha (knee) beginning the season on the reserve/PUP list, Pinnock is slated to serve in a starting role at safety alongside Ji'Ayir Brown.
Aug 19, 2025
Still working through heel issue
Pinnock (heel) was limited to individual drills during Tuesday's training camp practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock sat out of the 49ers' second preseason game Saturday due to a lingering heel injury, and it's still bothering him ahead of Saturday's preseason contest versus the Chargers. As long as he remains sidelined during team drills, rookie fifth-rounder Marques Sigle figures to see increased activity.
Aug 16, 2025
Sidelined Saturday
Pinnock (heel) will not play against Las Vegas on Saturday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was limited in practice this past week while working through a heel injury, and he'll be in street clothes Saturday to avoid aggravating the issue. Siran Neal and Derrick Canteen should see a heavy dose of snaps at safety due to the absences of Pinnock and Malik Mustapha (knee).
Aug 14, 2025
Dealing with heel issue
Head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters Thursday that Pinnock is working through a heel injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock played 11 defensive snaps during the 49ers' preseason opener against the Broncos this past Saturday and finished with one solo tackle. He's been limited to individual drills over the past week, and the 49ers may play things safe by holding the fifth-year safety out of Saturday's exhibition contest against the Raiders. Siran Neal, Derrick Canteen and Jaylen Mahoney are poised to see a significant number of defensive snaps at safety due to injuries to Pinnock and several other players in San Francisco's secondary.
Mar 11, 2025
Heading to San Francisco
Pinnock is slated to sign a one-year contract with the 49ers, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock started in all 16 regular-season games he played in 2024 and finished with 85 tackles (50 solo), including a career-high 3.0 sacks, and one pass defense. The 2021 fifth-round pick will use offseason programs and training camp to compete against Malik Mustapha (knee) and Ji'Ayir Brown for a starting spot at safety.
Jan 7, 2025
Finishes season with 85 stops
Pinnock tallied 85 tackles (50 solo), including 3.0 sacks, along with one defensed pass over 16 games during the 2024 regular season.
ANALYSIS
For the second straight season, Pinnock started in all 16 games in which he played and logged exactly 85 tackles. The fourth-year safety recorded 3.0 sacks over the season's first three weeks to establish a career-high mark in that category, but he didn't record another sack the rest of the campaign. Pinnock also had no interceptions this season after picking off two passes -- and returning one for a pick-six -- last year. He'll be a free agent upon the conclusion of the season and could be an attractive option for teams looking for help at the safety position after two straight years of consistent, though mostly quiet, production.
Dec 29, 2024
Reaches double-digit stops Sunday
Pinnock notched 10 tackles (seven solo) Sunday in a 45-33 Week 17 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock ranked second on New York in tackles behind Ty Summers (11). The fourth-year safety's 10 stops were a season-high mark. Pinnock has been productive with 18 tackles over the past two weeks.
Dec 23, 2024
Secures eight stops Sunday
Pinnock posted eight tackles (five solo), including one for loss, in a 34-7 defeat against the Falcons in Week 16.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock finished second on the Giants in stops behind Darius Muasau (11). Pinnock's eight tackles were the second-most he's recorded in a game this season -- he had nine Week 2 against Washington. Though the fourth-year safety hasn't reached double-digit tackles in any contest on the campaign, he's established a reliable floor with at least five stops in each of his past eight games.
Nov 20, 2024
Past abdomen issue
Pinnock (abdomen) was left off the Giants' injury report Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock missed the Giants' Week 10 loss to the Panthers due to an abdomen injury, but his omission from Wednesday's injury report suggests that the team's Week 11 bye provided enough time to recover from the issue. Now that Pinnock is back at full health, he's expected to start alongside Tyler Nubin (back) as part of the Giants' top safety duo.
Nov 10, 2024
Sitting out Germany game
Pinnock (abdomen) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers in Munich, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock didn't appear on the Giants' initial Week 10 injury report before he was listed with an abdominal injury after being a limited participant at Thursday's practice. He then sat out Friday's practice entirely and was listed as questionable heading into the weekend before being made inactive for the first time this season. With Pinnock unavailable in Germany, the Giants will turn to Dane Belton to start at safety alongside Tyler Nubin, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Nov 8, 2024
Questionable for Week 10
Pinnock (abdomen) is questionable for Sunday's game versus Carolina, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was added to the Giants' injury report Thursday, and he was unable to practice Friday. Anthony Johnson and Dane Belton would be next in line for safety snaps alongside Tyler Nubin if Pinnock is unable to play in Germany.
Nov 7, 2024
Back on injury report Thursday
Pinnock (abdomen) was limited in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and wasn't even listed on the injury report, so this is a new issue for him. He'd previously missed practice reps with a knee injury. Pinnock has started all nine games this season, logging 43 tackles (28 solo), including 3.0 sacks, and one pass breakup.
Oct 16, 2024
Past knee injury
Pinnock (knee) was left off the Giants' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock sustained a knee injury in the Giants' Week 6 loss to the Bengals, but his omission from Wednesday's injury report suggests he's already moved past the issue. The Pittsburgh product has recorded 28 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and defended one pass across the Giants' first six games. He's expected to start alongside Tyler Nubin in New York's secondary in Week 7, when the Giants host the Eagles.
Oct 13, 2024
Questionable to return
Pinnock (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting free safety got injured while trying to chase down Bengals' quarterback Joe Burrow on the latter's 47-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. Pinnock made one tackle before exiting. Anthony Johnson is his backup.
Sep 23, 2024
Posts another sack
Pinnock recorded seven tackles (two solo), including a sack, in a 21-15 victory versus the Browns on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock's sack came early in the third quarter and pushed Cleveland back five yards on third down, which may have been a factor in Dustin Hopkins missing a 53-yard field-goal try on the next play. Pinnock has already set a career high with 3.0 sacks this season, besting the 2.0 sacks he notched last year. The safety had only two tackles in Week 1 against Minnesota but has recorded 16 total tackles across two contests since.
Sep 15, 2024
Records two sacks Sunday
Pinnock registered nine tackles (eight solo), including 2.0 sacks, against Washington in Sunday's Week 2 loss.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock's pair of sacks Sunday equaled the amount he tallied over 16 games and 976 defensive snaps last season. Both takedowns came as a result of Jayden Daniels trying to run rather than throw the ball away while under pressure, so it's probably not wise to assume Pinnock will have many performances like Sunday's. Still, the sacks look good on the stat sheet, as do Pinnock's nine total stops -- last season, he reached that mark only twice.
May 26, 2024
Active at OTAs
Pinnock (toe) is participating at the Giants' organized team activities, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury prior to Week 18 last season. He registered career highs across the board prior to the injury with 85 tackles (59 solo), 2.0 sacks, six passes defended and two interceptions. The 24-year-old projects to compete with second round pick, Tyler Nubin, for reps at free safety in the upcoming season.
Jan 6, 2024
Heads to IR
The Giants placed Pinnock on the injured reserve list Saturday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock sustained a toe injury in Week 17 against the Rams. He was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles on Friday and was placed on IR one day later. In his third year in the NFL, Pinnock registered career highs with 85 tackles (59 solo), including 2.0 sacks, six passes defended and two interceptions while adding two forced fumbles and a defensive touchdown over 16 games.
Jan 5, 2024
Ruled out for season finale
Pinnock (toe) won't play in Sunday's season finale against the Eagles, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The toe injury that knocked Pinnock out of the Week 17 loss to the Rams will also keep him from playing Week 18. The 24-year-old safety will finish his third NFL season with 85 tackles (59 solo), two sacks, two forced fumbles and six passes defensed. The latter total includes two interceptions, one of which Pinnock returned 102 yards for a touchdown.
Jan 3, 2024
Unavailable Wednesday
Pinnock (toe) was considered to be a non-participant at the Giants' walkthrough Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock suffered a toe injury in New York's narrow loss to the Rams in Week 17, forcing him to exit the contest in the first quarter, so his absence Wednesday isn't a major surprise. The safety will have two more chances to practice this week ahead of the Giants' final contest of the year Sunday versus the Eagles.
Dec 31, 2023
X-rays clear on foot
Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports that Pinnock was seen wearing a walking boot following Sunday's 26-25 loss to the Rams and the safety told reporters after the game that x-rays came back clear.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock sustained the foot injury in the first quarter and did not return to the contest. He'll have an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of the issue but told reporters that he was feeling alright. Pinnock finished Sunday's contest with two tackles.
Dec 31, 2023
Won't return to Week 17 contest
Pinnock (foot) has been ruled out from returning to Sunday's clash against the Rams, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock hurt his foot in the first quarter and has since been ruled out from returning. Prior to his exit, he recorded a pair of solo tackles. Dane Belton has taken over at strong safety in Pinnock's absence.
Dec 31, 2023
Sustains foot injury
Pinnock (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Rams, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock recorded two tackles (none solo) prior to exiting in the first quarter due to a foot issue. Per Dan Duggan of The Athletic, 2022 fourth-rounder Dane Belton stepped in to replace Pinnock.
Dec 18, 2023
Secures team's lone sack Week 15
Pinnock recorded eight tackles (seven solo), including a sack, in Sunday's loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock tied for the team lead in stops, with one of his tackles being a sack of Derek Carr in the second quarter. It was the safety's second sack of the season and New York's only sack of the contest. Through 14 games, Pinnock has tallied a career-high 77 stops (54 solo) along with a forced fumble and two interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown.
Dec 12, 2023
Picks off Love in Week 14
Pinnock logged four total tackles (all solo), two pass deflections and one interception in Monday night's 24-22 win over the Packers.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old intercepted a Jordan Love deep ball down the left sideline late in the second-quarter, giving New York its second takeaway of the first-half. Pinnock's second pick of the year tied him for the Giants' leader on the season, and he's now fourth on the team in pass deflections as well (six total). Expect the Pittsburgh product to continue causing problems for opposing quarterbacks as the year goes on.
Nov 16, 2023
Upgrades to full practice Thursday
Pinnock (thumb) was a full participant at practice Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite being limited by a thumb injury at practice to start the new week, Pinnock is now on track to play in Week 11. He figures to start at safety next to Xavier McKinney on Sunday at Washington.
Nov 15, 2023
Limited at practice Wednesday
Pinnock (thumb) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock presumably hurt his thumb during this past Sunday's loss to Dallas, though he played all but one of New York's defensive snaps in that contest. He's also dealing with an ankle issue, but his ability to take the practice field Wednesday -- albeit in limited fashion -- suggests he has a good chance of suiting up this coming Sunday against Washington. Pinnock has been a near every-down presence in the Giants' secondary this season and has already compiled a career-high 55 tackles, including one sack, along with an interception that he returned for a touchdown.
Oct 9, 2023
Returns INT for TD against Miami
Pinnock returned an interception for a 102-yard touchdown and added four solo tackles in Sunday's Week 5 loss to the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
The Giants had another miserable offensive showing, and the team's only TD of the day came when Pinnock picked off Tua Tagovailoa in the end zone in the second quarter and took the ball 102 yards the other way. It was both the first touchdown and first interception of Pinnock's career. He's been an every-down player for New York this season, tallying 30 tackles in addition to the pick-six through five contests.
Sep 18, 2023
Racks up 13 tackles in victory
Pinnock tallied 13 tackles (10 solo), including three for loss, in Sunday's Week 2 win versus Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was all over the field Sunday, leading New York in both tackles and tackles for loss. His strong game against the Cardinals followed a more modest performance Week 1, when he logged five tackles (three solo). Pinnock was thought to be competing for a starting role during training camp and has since run away with that honor, taking the field for all but one of the Giants' defensive snaps through the campaign's first two weeks.
Aug 12, 2023
Impresses in preseason opener
Pinnock tallied two defensed passes, including an interception that he returned 17 yards, and one tackle (which went for a loss) in Friday's preseason loss to Detroit.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock is competing with Dane Belton for a starting safety role opposite Xavier McKinney. Pinnock made his presence felt from the outset of the exhibition opener, picking off Nate Sudfeld on the first snap of the contest and returning the ball 17 yards. On Detroit's next series, Pinnock tackled Jahmyr Gibbs for a three-yard loss and then broke up a pass on fourth-and-1 before calling it a night. The impressive preseason debut should help Pinnock make his case to start this season, though Belton also picked off a pass and played well Friday.
Feb 3, 2023
Shows improvement in second season
Pinnock played in 14 regular-season games in 2022, totaling 41 tackles (34 solo), 1.5 sacks, three defended passes, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock moved from the Jets to the Giants in late August and began the season playing almost exclusively on special teams. He got an opportunity for an increased role when Xavier McKinney hurt his hand during the team's Week 9 bye, and Pinnock recorded 36 tackles, 1.5 sacks and three pass defenses over New York's subsequent seven games. Pinnock has two years remaining on his rookie contract, and his role next season could be substantially impacted by whether the Giants elect to bring back impending free agent Julian Love.
Jan 17, 2023
Full activity on Tuesday's estimate
Pinnock (abdomen) was listed as a full participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was carted off with an apparent abdominal injury during Sunday's wild-card matchup versus Minnesota, but he's since traveled back to New York with the team and has popped up on Tuesday's practice/injury report as a full go. The 23-year-old is currently in line to resume operating as the Giants' starting safety alongside Xavier McKinney in Saturday's divisional-round contest, given Julian Love (hamstring) eventually misses another game.
Jan 15, 2023
Returning to New York with team
Pinnock (abdomen) was taken to a local hospital after exiting Sunday's wild-card win over the Vikings but will fly back to New York with the team, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was carted off the field in the fourth quarter of Sunday's matchup, but it's encouraging that he'll be able to travel with the team after being examined at a local hospital. However, his status for the NFC divisional round against the Eagles isn't yet known.
Jan 15, 2023
Carted off Sunday
Pinnock won't return to Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Vikings due to an abdominal injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock recorded a tackle on punt coverage in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game, but he had to be carted off after being injured on the play. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to return for the NFC divisional round if the Giants advance.
Jan 13, 2023
No injury designation
Pinnock doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Vikings, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock left Week 18 with a shoulder injury, but he doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's wild-card matchup after logging a full practice Friday. The Giants didn't list any players as out, doubtful or questionable, so they should be fully healthy for the playoff matchup.
Jan 8, 2023
Suffers shoulder injury
Pinnock departed Sunday's game in Philadelphia due to a shoulder injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Before he picked up the health concern in the third quarter, Pinnock tallied four tackles. The safety/special teamer will yield reps to some combination of Dane Belton, Landon Collins and Tony Jefferson alongside Xavier McKinney.
Dec 12, 2022
Career-high nine tackles in loss
Pinnock totaled nine tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 48-22 loss to the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
It was a busy tackling day for the Giants' safeties, as Philadelphia consistently got into the second level on the ground, averaging 8.2 yards per carry on 31 attempts. Pinnock set a new single-game career high for tackles while notching at least five for only the second time this season.
Nov 24, 2022
Available Thursday
Pinnock (jaw) is active for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock dealt with a jaw injury this week and was listed as a limited participant on each of the Giants' practice reports. However, he'll be able to play through the issue on Thanksgiving Day. He's had increased playing time on defense over the last two games and has tallied seven tackles (six solo), including 1.5 sacks, during that time.
Nov 21, 2022
Listed as limited Monday
Pinnock (jaw) was listed as limited on Monday's injury report, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock's ability to put in some work Monday is encouraging as he recovers from a jaw injury that knocked him out of the Week 11 loss to Detroit. New York doesn't have much time to dwell on the 31-18 defeat, as the Giants have a big Thanksgiving game on tap Thursday against the NFC East rival Cowboys.
Nov 20, 2022
Forced out Sunday
Pinnock (jaw) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Lions, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock recorded three tackles with one tackle for loss before exiting with a jaw injury at some point Sunday, though the exact nature and severity of this issue are still unclear. The second-year safety primarily played on special teams over his first six games of the season, and he'll now have a short week to recover before the Giants' matchup against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving day.
Nov 14, 2022
Shines with increased opportunity
Pinnock tallied four tackles (three solo) and was credited with 1.5 sacks Sunday in a Week 10 win over the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock came into Week 10 having played almost entirely on special teams over his five contests, but he was thrust into a larger role after Xavier McKinney was placed on IR with a hand injury. Pinnock made his presence felt early in the contest, splitting a sack with Dexter Lawrence on Houston's first offensive series. He added a full sack with under a minute left in the contest and logged two solo tackles in between. Pinnock's contributions in the win should earn him continued opportunities moving forward, especially while McKinney remains out.
Oct 30, 2022
Good to go for Week 8
Pinnock (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock is slated to suit up Sunday against Seattle, after he missed each of the Giants' previous two contests due to an ankle injury. The second-year pro has played primarily on special teams thus far in 2022, and that likely won't change in Week 8.
Oct 23, 2022
Out again Week 7
Pinnock (ankle) is officially inactive for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, Paul Schwartz of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
The 23-year-old was considered questionable with the ankle injury and will end up sitting out a second straight game. Pinnock's absence shouldn't affect New York's defense since he's played only a single defensive snap this year.
Oct 14, 2022
Out for Week 6
Pinnock won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Ravens due to an ankle injury, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock didn't practice at all during Week 6 prep, so it's not surprising to see him ruled out. However, he's played primarily on special teams this season, so his absence shouldn't have a major impact on New York's secondary.
Sep 16, 2022
Won't play in Week 2
Pinnock (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was limited at practice all week and won't be available for Week 2. He played exclusively on special teams, so his absence shouldn't impact the Giants defense, though Dane Belton will be the only healthy safety behind Julian Love and Xavier McKinney.
Aug 31, 2022
Swapping New York teams
Pinnock was claimed off waivers by the Giants on Wednesday, Billy Riccette of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was waived by the Jets on Tuesday, but he will stay in New York with the Giants. The safety appeared in 12 games with the Jets last season, registering 16 tackles, a pass deflection and two forced fumbles while splitting time between the defense and special-teams units. Pinnock will open the 2022 campaign as a depth option behind Xavier McKinney.
Aug 30, 2022
Waived by Jets
The Jets waived Pinnock on Tuesday, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock, a 2021 fifth-round pick, appeared in 12 games as a rookie and totaled 16 tackles and two forced fumbles across 193 defensive snaps. His release comes as a surprise, but it signals the Jets have confidence in Ashtyn Davis being the primary backup safety to Jordan Whitehead and Lamarcus Joyner.
Nov 15, 2021
Activated Monday
Pinnock was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock was just placed on the COVID-19 list on Nov. 11, so he was able to make a quick recovery. Playing in his rookie season, Pinnock has appeared in four games for the Jets, mostly on special teams
Nov 11, 2021
Lands on COVID-19 list
Pinnock (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Pinnock reportedly tested positive for the virus, so he will miss Sunday's Week 10 matchup against Buffalo. The move won't affect the Jets' defense much on the field, as Pinnock has only been active for four games and has played primarily on special teams in his rookie season.