Micah McFadden Injury News & Updates
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Not ready to return from IR
Head coach Brian Daboll told reporters Friday that McFadden (foot) is not ready to return from the injured reserve list, Patricia Traina of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old was placed on IR and underwent foot surgery after sustaining an injury in the Giants' Week 1 loss to the Commanders. While he remains sidelined, Darius Muasau (ankle) and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles are expected to have expanded roles on New York's defense.
Sep 11, 2025
Placed on injured reserve
The Giants placed McFadden (foot) on injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
McFadden suffered a foot injury during the Giants' Week 1 loss to the Commanders, which is severe enough to require surgery. McFadden's placement on IR means he'll be forced to miss at least the next four games and is eligible to return Week 6 against the Eagles on Thursday, Oct. 9. Darius Muasau played 38 defensive snaps in Week 1 and will likely start at inside linebacker alongside Bobby Okereke while McFadden is recovering from his procedure.
Sep 10, 2025
Out for Week 2
Head coach Brian Daboll told reporters Wednesday that McFadden (foot) won't play in the Giants' Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
This news comes as no surprise, as McFadden's foot injury will require surgery, and he was expected to miss "significant time." While McFadden remains sidelined Sunday, Darius Muasau is expected to start alongside Bobby Okereke in New York's inside linebacker corps.
Sep 9, 2025
Undergoing surgery on foot
McFadden is expected to miss "significant time" due to a foot injury that will require surgery, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was carted off the field during the Giants' Week 1 loss to the Commanders. It was initially reported as a leg injury, and while X-rays on his leg came back negative, further tests revealed a significant foot injury that will require the 2022 fifth-rounder to undergo surgery. It's a significant loss to the Giants' defense, as McFadden led the team with 107 combined tackles across 14 regular-season games in 2024. Darius Muasau ended up playing 38 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss and figures to start alongside Bobby Okereke at inside linebacker for as long as McFadden is sidelined.
Sep 7, 2025
X-rays come back negative
McFadden suffered a leg injury during Sunday's game against the Commanders, but it appears he did not suffer any structural damage, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden appeared to suffer a severe leg injury after he was carted off the field, but early X-rays have come back negative. That's good news for the Giants and the 2022 fifth-rounder, but he'll undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury and whether he has a chance at playing against the Cowboys in Week 2.
Sep 7, 2025
Won't return Sunday
McFadden (lower leg) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Commanders, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden had to be carted off the field after injuring his leg while tackling Austin Ekeler in the first quarter, per Dan Duggan of The Athletic. With McFadden done for the day, Darius Muasau and Chris Board are the top candidates to work with the first-team defense at inside linebacker alongside Bobby Okereke.
Jun 6, 2025
Healthy to begin OTAs
McFadden (neck) has been practicing with the Giants' first-team defense in OTAs, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden missed the final two games of the 2024 season, but the starting linebacker has returned to full health to begin offseason team activities. In addition to featuring in the base defense, McFadden was part of the Giants' dime package in practice. He has exceeded 100 tackles in each of the past two seasons.
Jan 3, 2025
Out for Week 18 finale
McFadden (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden will miss his second straight game to close out the season, so Darius Muasau and Ty Summers should again see the majority of the linebacker snaps against Philadelphia. McFadden's season comes to a close having recorded a career-best 107 tackles (60 solo), including eight TFLs and 3.0 sacks, one pass breakup, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery across 14 games, all starts. The 25-year-old linebacker has one year remaining on his rookie deal in 2025.
Jan 1, 2025
Misses Wednesday's practice
McFadden (neck) didn't practice Wednesday, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was sidelined for the Giants' Week 17 win over the Colts due to a neck injury sustained the week prior, and Wednesday's DNP likely suggests he's in jeopardy of missing additional time. The Indiana product almost certainly needs to upgrade to at least limited practice participation Thursday or Friday to have a chance to play in the Week 18 divisional matchup against the Eagles.
Dec 27, 2024
Won't play Sunday
McFadden (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden missed the second half of last Sunday's loss to the Falcons with the neck injury and will now be sidelined for Week 17. Ty Summers replaced McFadden against Atlanta and would seem to be next in line for linebacker snaps. The Giants are already without fellow starting inside linebacker Bobby Okereke (back) for the remainder of the season.
Dec 25, 2024
Dealing with neck injury
McFadden was estimated as a non-participant in Wednesday's walkthrough due to a neck issue, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden didn't play in the second half of this past Sunday's loss to Atlanta due to the neck issue, and it appears the injury is still bothering him. The third-year linebacker's likelihood of suiting up Sunday versus Indianapolis should gain clarity as the practice week progresses. Ty Summers saw his first significant defensive workload of the campaign following McFadden's exit against the Falcons, and he'd likely be in line to start if McFadden misses Week 17.
Dec 16, 2024
Notches double-digit stops again
McFadden totaled 11 tackles (seven solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 35-14 Week 15 loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
McFadden finished second on New York in tackles behind Dane Belton (15). It was the second straight game in which McFadden tallied exactly 11 tackles, and he's now logged that specific total in four of his past six games. That makes him a viable fantasy asset for managers in IDP leagues.
Dec 9, 2024
Paces team in stops Week 14
McFadden tallied 11 tackles (eight solo), including five for loss, in Sunday's Week 14 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
McFadden practically lived in New Orleans' backfield Sunday, as nearly half of his 11 tackles went for a loss. The linebacker logged exactly 11 stops for the third time in his past five contests, and he's now totaled double-digit stops four times overall on the campaign. That gives him a solid IDP ceiling, though it's worth noting that McFadden also have five or fewer tackles four times through 12 contests this season.
Nov 25, 2024
Racks up 11 stops in defeat
McFadden tallied 11 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's Week 12 loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
McFadden recorded his third double-digit tackle total of the season and his second over his past three games. The linebacker's 11 stops were second on New York on Sunday behind only rookie Tyler Nubin's 12. McFadden dealt with a heel injury at the end of the week and entered Sunday deemed questionable to suit up, but he appeared to be fine and was active on defense for the Giants.
Nov 24, 2024
Ok for Sunday
McFadden (heel) is active for Sunday's matchup with the Buccaneers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting inside linebacker appeared on the injury report Friday and missed practice, but he also told Dan Duggan of The Athletic that he expected to play. McFadden has 65 tackles (35 solo), including 2.0 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in nine games this season.
Nov 22, 2024
Dealing with heel injury
McFadden (heel) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden popped up on the Giants' injury report Friday as a non-participant in practice due to a heel issue, putting his status for Week 12 in question, although the linebacker told Dan Duggan of The Athletic he expects to play. If McFadden is sidelined Sunday, Ty Summers and Darius Muasau (hamstring) are likely to see increased work with the Giants' first-team defense.
Nov 12, 2024
Tallies seven tackles vs. Carolina
McFadden registered seven tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
McFadden has logged at least five tackles in eight of nine regular-season games, and he's well on pace to reach 100 tackles for a second consecutive regular season. He's up to 65 combined tackles on the year, which is third-most on the Giants behind Bobby Okereke (75) and Tyler Nubin (69).
Nov 4, 2024
Totals 11 stops Week 9
McFadden recorded 11 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's loss to Washington.
ANALYSIS
McFadden led New York in stops and posted his second double-digit tackle tally of the campaign. The third-year linebacker logged 80 percent of the Giants' defensive snaps, his highest total since Week 2. McFadden has registered at least four tackles in all eight of his contests this season and has posted 58 tackles overall, including 2.0 sacks.
Sep 30, 2024
Ties for team lead in stops Week 4
McFadden registered eight tackles (five solo), including one for loss, in Thursday's defeat against Dallas.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was a limited practice participant to begin the week due to a back injury, but he was able to suit up for the Thursday night game and logged 75 percent of New York's defensive snaps. After not seeing the field Week 1, McFadden has started each of the Giants' three games since and has averaged nine tackles while tallying 1.5 sacks during that span.
Sep 25, 2024
Suiting up Thursday night
McFadden (back) has no injury designation ahead of Thursday night's game against the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden sustained a back injury during the Giants' Week 3 win over the Browns, but after a week of limited practice sessions, he'll suit up Thursday night. Expect the 24-year-old to start alongside Bobby Okereke as part of the Giants' top inside linebacker duo in Week 4.
Sep 23, 2024
Limited on Monday's estimation
McFadden (back) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden exited and returned to Sunday's win over the Browns due to a back injury, recording six total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, while playing 48 defensive snaps. His participation Tuesday and Wednesday will likely provide a better indication of whether the third-year linebacker will be able to suit up for Thursday night's divisional matchup against the Cowboys.
Sep 22, 2024
Returns to Sunday's game
McFadden (back) has returned to Sunday's game against the Browns, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was deemed questionable to return after sustaining a back injury, but the 2022 fifth-round pick is back on the field for the Giants.
Sep 22, 2024
Questionable to return Sunday
McFadden is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Cleveland due to a back injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden walked off the field with training staff following a tackle on Jerome Ford. Ty Summers and Darius Muasau are candidates to see more snaps at inside linebacker alongside starter Bobby Okereke while McFadden is sidelined.
Sep 15, 2024
Racks up 13 stops Week 2
McFadden tallied 13 tackles (seven solo), including one sack, in a loss to the Commanders on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
McFadden didn't see the field Week 1 against Minnesota, but he got the start Sunday with Darius Muasau out with a knee injury. McFadden took advantage of the opportunity with a team-leading tackle total that included a third-quarter sack of Jayden Daniels. McFadden did briefly leave the game with an injury in the second quarter, but he was able to return and finish out the contest. It remains to be seen how he'll be used moving forward, and Muasau's injury status could certainly play a part in McFadden's snap count.
Sep 6, 2024
Past groin injury
McFadden (groin) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's Week 1 contest against the Vikings, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was limited earlier in the week due to a groin injury, but it appears he's moved past the issue just in time for the Giants' regular-season opener Sunday. The 24-year-old is expected to line up alongside Bobby Okereke as part of the Giants' top inside linebacker duo in 2024.
Sep 4, 2024
Still dealing with injury
McFadden (hip) was limited during practice Wednesday, Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was carted off the field during an Aug. 17 preseason game against the Texans and was considered week-to-week for his recovery. His ability to be on the field Wednesday puts him on a trajectory to potentially suit up Sunday against the Vikings, especially if he can ramp up his workload as the week moves along. If McFadden is unable to play, Carter Coughlin (lower body) and rookie Darius Muasau would both be candidates for an increased workload.
Aug 20, 2024
Avoids significant injury
McFadden is considered week-to-week, according to head coach Brian Daboll, after he suffered a hip injury in Saturday's preseason game against Houston, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden needed to be carted off the field, but it appears the injury shouldn't derail his season. With more than two weeks until the Giants kick off their 2024 campaign against the Vikings on Sept. 8, the Indiana product may not miss any regular-season time.
Aug 17, 2024
Tending to hip injury
McFadden (hip) is questionable to return to Saturday's preseason game at Houston, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
At this point, it's not clear just how serious the issue may be for McFadden. Until he's able to return to action though, rookie sixth-rounder Darius Muasau could see an uptick in playing time.
Aug 9, 2024
Slated for big role in 2024
McFadden is listed as a starter at inside linebacker on the Giants' initial unofficial depth chart, per Dan Salomone of the team's official site.
ANALYSIS
After making seven starts over 17 games in his rookie campaign, McFadden started 14 of his 16 contests last season. However, the two games in which he didn't start came late in the campaign (Week 16 and 17), with Isaiah Simmons taking his place in the lineup for those matchups. Simmons is undergoing a position change, though, as he's listed a a nickel corner on New York's initial depth chart. That should open the door for McFadden to hang onto a starting role, and he makes for a potential target in IDP leagues after notching 101 tackles (including 1.0 sacks) and an interception last season.
Jan 12, 2024
Sees increased role in Year 2
McFadden played in 16 games during the 2023 season, recording 101 tackles (63 solo), including 1.0 sacks, along with an interception and four recovered fumbles.
ANALYSIS
McFadden grew into a larger role in his second NFL campaign, tallying nearly 300 more defensive snaps despite playing in one fewer contest. The 2022 fifth-round draft pick ranked third on the Giants in stops and tied for the team lead with 12 tackles for loss. McFadden's strong season solidified his place in New York's plans moving forward, and with two years remaining on his rookie contract, he's set to return as a key piece of the team's defensive unit next season.
Nov 6, 2023
Tallies six stops Week 9
McFadden recorded six tackles (three solo), including two for loss, in Sunday's loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
McFadden logged a season-high 80 percent of New York's defensive snaps and posted his highest tackle total since Week 6. The second-year linebacker has established a relatively reliable floor as an IDP, notching at least five stops in each of his eight games this year. McFadden has 54 tackles (31 solo) overall.
Oct 16, 2023
Part of two turnovers Sunday
McFadden registered seven tackles (three solo), an interception and a fumble recovery in a Week 6 loss to Buffalo on Sunday night.
ANALYSIS
McFadden finished second on the Giants in tackles behind Bobby Okereke, who racked up 11. The linebacker duo also combined for a pair of turnovers -- Okereke punched the ball away from Gabe Davis and into the arms of McFadden in the first quarter, then batted a Josh Allen pass that McFadden corralled for an interception in the second. McFadden played 79 percent of New York's defensive snaps in the contest after missing Week 5 versus Miami due to an ankle injury.
Oct 15, 2023
Will play Week 6
McFadden (ankle) is active against the Bills for Sunday Night Football.
ANALYSIS
McFadden has been dealing with an ankle injury that kept him out Week 5 versus Miami and led to him being deemed questionable entering this weekend. He was able to log a limited practice session Thursday and Friday, which was enough for him to suit up Sunday night. McFadden should reclaim his job as a starter, thus sending Isaiah Simmons back to a rotational role.
Oct 13, 2023
Questionable for Sunday's game
McFadden (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Bills, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden managed limited practices Thursday and Friday after missing Wednesday's session, and he seems like he has coin-flip odds to play in Week 6. If he can't go, Isaiah Simmons would again be likely to see more work at linebacker Sunday.
Oct 11, 2023
Misses practice Wednesday
McFadden (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden presumably sustained an ankle injury at practice last week, and that issue sidelined him for Sunday's game at Miami. Now, he'll probably need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday in order to have a chance at suiting up in Week 6 at the Bills.
Oct 8, 2023
Not playing Sunday
McFadden (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Dolphins, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden suffered the injury during practice Thursday, but he was able to take the field for a limited session Friday. Ultimately, the second-year pro still isn't ready to compete and will have to remain on the sidelines for Week 5. In his absence, Carter Coughlin is expected to get the start.
Oct 6, 2023
Now questionable for Week 5
McFadden (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Dolphins, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden apparently sustained an ankle injury during practice at some point this week, and he's now in jeopardy of sitting out in Week 5. If he can't go, Isaiah Simmons would figure to benefit from an increased snap count.
Oct 5, 2023
Dealing with ankle injury
McFadden (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
It's presumably a new issue for McFadden, who was not listed on the Giants' injury report Wednesday. He'll probably need to manage a full practice Friday in order to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Sep 22, 2023
Tallies 10 tackles Thursday
McFadden made 10 tackles (nine solo), including four for loss, in a Week 3 loss to the 49ers on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
McFadden shined in the nationally televised game, leading New York in tackles and stopping a San Francisco ball carrier behind the line of scrimmage on four different occasions. The linebacker didn't appear to show any ill effects from a neck injury that troubled him early in the week. McFadden already has two double-digit tackles efforts through three weeks after failing to reach that mark in any of his 17 games as a rookie last season.
Sep 21, 2023
Ready for Week 3
McFadden (neck) is active Thursday night versus the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
McFadden had been dealing with a neck injury at practice this week, but he appears ready to go for the team's contest with San Francisco. Through two games, the linebacker has recorded 16 tackles while playing 75 percent of New York's defensive snaps.
Sep 20, 2023
Remains on injury report
McFadden (neck) is questionable for Thursday's game against the 49ers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was listed as a limited participant on the team's first two injury reports of the week. The second-year pro played 75 percent of the team's defensive snaps in each of the first two games, so it's not clear when he may have picked up the injury. With Azeez Ojulari (hamstring) already ruled out for the game, if McFadden is unable to suit up, it'd certainly be a blow to the team's linebacker corps.
Sep 11, 2023
Leading tackler in bad loss
McFadden tallied 11 tackles (four solo), including one for loss, in Sunday's season-opening blowout defeat to the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
The Giants offense looked completely lost throughout the contest, though New York had the time-of-possession edge due largely to a pair of Dallas defensive touchdowns. There wasn't much the team's defense could do to prevent a blowout, though McFadden was able to put together a strong individual stat line with a team-leading 11 stops. The second-year linebacker has earned a starting role this season after totaling 59 tackles (36 solo), two sacks and a forced fumble over 17 games as a rookie last year.
Aug 27, 2023
Still expected to start
McFadden is likely to begin the regular season as a starter despite the Giants' recent acquisition of Isaiah Simmons, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden appears to have the edge on the depth chart over Darrian Beavers, who missed all of his rookie campaign last year due to a torn ACL. The versatile Simmons was brought in through a trade with the Cardinals on Thursday and is slated to also play linebacker, but Duggan expects McFadden to remain the starter in the base defense while Simmons likely works in sub-packages. McFadden's role is far from written in stone, though, so he'll need to make a good impression in order to remain with the starting unit long-term.
Jan 13, 2023
Works up to big role as rookie
McFadden finished the regular season with 59 tackles (36 solo), including two sacks, and forced one fumble over 17 games in his rookie campaign.
ANALYSIS
While McFadden played in every game for the Giants this season, there was a three-game stretch between Weeks 5 and 7 during which he logged a combined four defensive snaps. However, the rookie out of Indiana subsequently displaced Tae Crowder as a starter and played at least 40 percent of New York's defensive snaps in every contest from Week 8 onward. McFadden tallied at least seven tackles in three of his final six contests to gain momentum heading into the playoffs, and he appears to have worked his way into the team's future plans with his solid campaign.
Dec 26, 2022
Second-leading tackler Saturday
McFadden tallied eight tackles (three solo) during Saturday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
McFadden tied with cornerback Fabian Moreau for the Giants' second-most tackles behind veteran linebacker Jaylon Smith. The rookie has now played at least 44 percent of defensive snaps in every game since the team's Week 9 bye. McFadden will look to build upon his 47 tackles this coming Sunday versus the Colts.
Dec 14, 2022
Practices fully Wednesday
McFadden (neck) was a full participant at practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game at Washington, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden was forced out of the Giants' loss versus Philadelphia in Week 14 early with a neck injury, but it now appears he should be good to go Sunday night. The rookie fifth-rounder should step back in as a starting linebacker next to Jaylon Smith in Week 15.
Dec 11, 2022
Questionable to return Sunday
McFadden exited Sunday's game against the Eagles with a neck injury, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McFadden logged five solo tackles before sustaining this injury against Philadelphia, and his return is now up in the air. With the starting inside linebacker sidelined for the time being, Tae Crowder and Cam Brown could be in line for increased usage Sunday.
Dec 6, 2022
Career day in tie
McFadden recorded nine tackles (four solo) and a forced fumble during the 20-20 tie against the Commanders on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
McFadden finished tied for second on the team in tackles and was also one of three players to force a fumble. The rookie fifth-round pick had the best game of his career setting new highs in both tackles and snaps played. McFadden played more than 60 percent of the team's snaps for the second week in a row as his usage has continued to increase as the season goes on.
Nov 13, 2022
Gets chance to start
McFadden will start Sunday's contest against Houston in place of Tae Crowder, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Crowder is being benched, paving the way for McFadden to step into a starting role. The rookie fifth-round pick has totaled 14 tackles (10 solo) and one sack across 104 defensive snaps, but he'll likely have increased production as a starter.
Sep 2, 2022
Candidate for starting role
McFadden could take over as a starter at inside linebacker in the wake of Blake Martinez's release, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Martinez was initially expected to play a three-down role for New York's defense this season, but the Giants will need to look for a replacement after they surprisingly released him Thursday. McFadden, who was a fifth-round pick in this year's draft, could slide in as a starter following a strong preseason. Even if he doesn't start, McFadden's role will almost certainly be boosted as a result of Martinez's departure.
Apr 30, 2022
Big Apple bound
The Giants selected McFadden in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 146th overall.
ANALYSIS
The first of back-to-back picks for the Giants early in the fifth, New York honed in on the linebacker out of Indiana. McFadden lived in opposing backfields while with the Hoosiers, racking up 37 tackles for loss and 14.0 sacks in four seasons. He had double-digit tackles for loss in each of his final three seasons. McFadden did not test at the combine but ran a 4.62 in the 40 at his pro day at 234 pounds. He can get after the passer in Don Martindale's blitz-heavy scheme.