Greg Desrosiers Jr.

American football running back

American Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA Aries 5 ft 11 in

Quick Info

ProfessionAmerican football running back
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth27/03/2001
Age25 years
BirthplaceLawrence, Massachusetts, USA
Zodiac SignAries

Latest News about Greg Desrosiers Jr.

06/11/2026

Reports indicated Desrosiers could serve as a backup to Devin Singletary for the Giants in Week 9 if Cam Skattebo was unable to play due to a hamstring injury. He was listed as the team's third running back on the depth chart. He had not yet appeared in a regular-season game for the Giants at that point.

27/10/2026

The New York Giants signed Greg Desrosiers Jr. off the Los Angeles Chargers' practice squad after placing running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. The undrafted rookie from Memphis was added to the active roster as a corresponding move during the Giants' bye week. He had earned the move with a strong preseason, including nine carries for 118 rushing yards and a touchdown in the Chargers' final preseason game.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryGreg Desrosiers Jr. is an American football running back who plays for the New York Giants of the National Football League. He is a versatile back who contributes as a pass catcher and kick returner.

Physical Stats & More

Height5 ft 11 in
Weight200 lbs

Educational Qualification(s)

High SchoolBelmont Hill School, Belmont, Massachusetts
Colleges
  • University of Louisville
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • University of Memphis

Career

College
  • Attended the University of Louisville, appearing in games as a freshman in 2020 and 2021
  • Played at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he was a kick-return specialist and running back
  • Played for the University of Memphis Tigers, earning American Conference offensive honors and a Doak Walker National Running Back of the Week award in 2025
  • Finished his college career with over 1,300 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns across 48 games at three schools
Professional
  • Undrafted free agent signed by the Los Angeles Chargers after the 2026 NFL Draft
  • Waived by the Chargers in August 2026 and then added to the Chargers practice squad in September 2026
  • Signed by the New York Giants off the Chargers practice squad in October 2026
  • Has not yet appeared in a regular-season game for the Giants as of early November 2026

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Was a kick-return ace at Memphis, where he averaged strongly on returns
2. Recorded 118 rushing yards on nine carries in the final preseason game for the Chargers in 2026
3. Was listed as a potential backup to Devin Singletary for the Giants in November 2026

Also born on 27 March

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