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  Browns | Orleans Darkwa getting a look from Cleveland    Mon Jul 22, 02:12 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) is working out for the Cleveland Browns on Monday, July 22.

Footballguys view: The Browns don't have a true between the tackles grinder to back up Nick Chubb on the roster. Darkwa could be that guy, although he doesn't have much overlap with Duke Johnson's skillset if any at all, so this probably doesn't reflect at all on the chances of Johnson being dealt before the season.

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  NFL | Orleans Darkwa's recovery complete    Tue May 28, 12:59 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) is said to be '100 percent' recovered from a ruptured Achilles' tendon suffered in October 2018 and is looking to sign with a team.

Footballguys view: Darkwa worked out for the Jaguars last year when he was hurt. He's now looking for a fresh start and some team should take a chance on him. In 2017, Darkwa ran the ball 171 times for 751 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns for the Giants. He can give a team veteran depth and insurance at the position.

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  NFL | Orleans Darkwa recovering from injury    Wed Feb 20, 07:50 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) suffered a ruptured Achilles' tendon in October but was able to start running last week.

Footballguys view: This explains why Darkwa never got a shot in the 2018 season. He is expected to be cleared for football activities during offseason workouts.

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  Jaguars | Pair of RBs work out for Jags    Tue Oct 2, 06:05 PM

Free-agent RBs Orleans Darkwa (Giants) and Matt Dayes (Browns) worked out for the Jacksonville Jaguars Tuesday, Oct. 2.

Footballguys view: It's interesting that Darkwa hasn't found a new spot yet. He had 751 yards rushing for the Giants just last year. The Jaguars may need some help at the position with Leonard Fournette (hamstring) banged up.

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  Patriots | Orleans Darkwa visits Patriots    Tue Sep 11, 07:08 PM

Free-agents RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants), RB Charles Sims (Buccaneers) and WR Brandon Tate (Saints) worked out for the New England Patriots Tuesday, Sept. 11.

Footballguys view: With Jeremy Hill (knee) done for the year, the Patriots are looking for a power back. Darkwa had 751 rushing yards last year for the Giants.

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  Redskins | Orleans Darkwa to try out for Redskins    Sat Aug 18, 07:24 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) will work out for the Washington Redskins Sunday, Aug. 19, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Darkwa was cleared for football activities back in late June and there have been a few teams looking into his services. After losing rookie Derrius Guice (knee) for the year, Washington is looking for help in the backfield. Darkwa had 751 rushing yards last year.

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  Jets | Orleans Darkwa visits Jets    Sat Jul 28, 06:08 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) met with the New York Jets Saturday, July 28, according to a source.

Footballguys view: That's the second AFC East team that Darkwa has visited now. He spent some time with the Bills earlier this week. Back in June, Darkwa revealed via Twitter that he has been medically cleared for football activities following offseason surgery to remove a plate from his leg. In 15 games with the Giants last year, Darkwa rushed for 751 yards and averaged 4.4 yards per carry. Now that training camp is here around the league, some team may call on him for veteran depth and to compete for a roster spot.

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  Colts | Indy will meet with Orleans Darkwa    Sat Jul 28, 04:51 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) is scheduled to meet with the Indianapolis Colts in the near future.

Footballguys view: With all this recent interest in Darkwa, we could see him signed soon. The Bills and Jets have already visited with him, and the veteran back could find a new home now that training camps are open. The Colts already have a jam-packed backfield with plenty of talent so he may be an odd fit there.

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  Bills | Buffalo hosts Orleans Darkwa    Thu Jul 26, 12:41 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) worked out for the Buffalo Bills Thursday, July 26, according to a source. Darkwa is at full health after recovering from leg surgery this offseason.

Footballguys view: He's no more than a camp body or, at best, bench depth. Darkwa has shown some flashes, but he is unlikely to move the needle in fantasy this season.

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  NFL | Orleans Darkwa cleared for return    Fri Jun 22, 02:17 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (leg) announced on social media Friday, June 22, that he has been medically cleared to resume football work - about one month after having surgery to remove a plate in his leg.

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  NFL | Orleans Darkwa medically cleared     Thu Jun 21, 09:39 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) revealed via Twitter that he has been medically cleared for football activities following offseason surgery to remove a plate from his leg.

Footballguys view: Darkwa was an underrated contributor to a Giants running game that showed signs of life last year. He could get signed if a team suffers a key injury at running back in training camp.

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  NFL | Orleans Darkwa has surgery    Wed May 9, 01:07 PM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) underwent minor surgery Wednesday, May 9, to remove a plate from his leg that was put in last offseason.

Footballguys view: Darkwa is not drawing any interest on the open market and this surgery, however minor, won't help that cause. His fracture is fully healed and he is expected to make a full recovery in four weeks. Expect a team to take a chance on him if/when someone gets hurt in training camp.

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  Patriots | Orleans Darkwa visiting Patriots    Mon Apr 9, 09:47 AM

Free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa (Giants) is visiting the New England Patriots Monday, April 9, according to a source.

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  Giants | NYG interested in re-signing Orleans Darkwa    Tue Mar 6, 12:15 AM

The New York Giants have interest in bringing back impending free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa, according to a source, and it 'just depends on the price.' It's possible a deal with Darkwa could get done before the start of free agency on Wednesday, March 14.

Footballguys view: The Giants are still playing footsy with Saquon Barkley, so Darkwa may be a depth back at most. But considering they may still not draft Barkley, Darkwa could very well end up with significant carries, or at least a chance to get them.

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  Jets | Orleans Darkwa a target for the Jets    Thu Mar 1, 02:11 PM

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa has drawn interest from the New York Jets, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Jets are just going to be kicking all the tires on every car on the used car lot. Darkwa had moments as a Giant, so he could be a nice addition for the Jets.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa could return    Tue Feb 27, 06:44 PM

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Orleans Darkwa is a player the Giants may try to re-sign before the start of free agency, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Jordan Raanan.

Footballguys view: Darkwa should go back to being depth even if the Giants re-sign him. They have 2017 fourth-rounder Wayne Gallman on the rise and could draft Saquon Barkley at #2, or add another back later from this ultra-talented class.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa hits incentive    Mon Jan 1, 11:20 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed for 154 yards in Week 17 to hit 750 rushing yards on the season for a $200,000 incentive.

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  Giants | Week 17 game recap for Giants    Sun Dec 31, 04:58 PM

New York Giants QB Eli Manning completed just 10-of-28 pass attempts for 132 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the Week 17 game against the Washington Redskins. RB Orleans Darkwa rolled up a career-high 154 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries, while RB Wayne Gallman added 89 yards on 15 carries. TE Rhett Ellison posted five grabs for 63 yards, while WR Hunter Sharp stepped in with three catches, 29 yards and a touchdown to lead the wide receivers. WR Travis Rudolph also had 29 yards on his lone reception.

Footballguys view: The Giants running game pulled the offense to victory in a consolation win capping one of the most disappointing seasons for the team in a long time. There's still a chance Manning will be back to quarterback the team next year.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa held in check    Sun Dec 10, 04:54 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed for 29 yards on 10 carries against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14. He also caught two passes for 15 yards during the game.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa active for Week 14    Sun Dec 10, 11:58 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (illness) is active for Week 14's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa likely to play    Sun Dec 10, 09:29 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (illness) is expected to play in Week 14's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa limited in practice    Fri Dec 8, 05:25 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (illness) was listed as a limited participant in practice Friday, Dec. 8, and he is considered questionable for Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys.

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  Giants | Week 14 injury report for NYG    Fri Dec 8, 04:57 PM

New York Giants LB B.J. Goodson (ankle) and OG Justin Pugh (back) did not practice Friday, Dec. 8, and they've been ruled out for Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys. CB Eli Apple (hip, back), RB Orleans Darkwa (illness), DE Jason Pierre-Paul (finger), WR Travis Rudolph (hamstring) and WR Sterling Shepard (hamstring) were each limited in practice and are listed as questionable. OT Chad Wheeler (concussion) practiced in full and is also questionable, while RB Wayne Gallman (hip) and DT Damon Harrison (elbow) were removed from the injury report.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa 50-50 for Week 14    Fri Dec 8, 02:42 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (illness) is listed as questionable for Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys.

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  Giants | No practice for Orleans Darkwa    Thu Dec 7, 02:46 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (illness) was not able to practice Thursday, Dec. 7.

Footballguys view: Darkwa is stuck behind a subpar offensive line, and while getting Eli Manning back under center helps, it doesn't help that much. He did look better with Manning under center in general, but he's facing a defense which gets Sean Lee back this week, making them solid against the run. Consider the former Tulane back a decent RB4/RB5, with a little upside.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa punches one in    Sun Dec 3, 11:17 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed 14 times for 32 yards and a touchdown in the Week 13 game against the Oakland Raiders.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa bottled up    Fri Nov 24, 12:23 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa carried 11 times for 30 yards and caught one pass for nine yards in a 20-10 loss to the Washington Redskins Thursday, Nov. 23.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa remains limited    Tue Nov 21, 05:32 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Tuesday, Nov. 21.

Footballguys view: Keep an eye on this injury situation if you've got Darkwa. He's been limited this week so far, and Darkwa plays in the final game on Thanksgiving.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa limited Monday    Mon Nov 20, 04:38 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (hamstring) was limited in practice Monday, Nov. 20.

Footballguys view: Darkwa has had 70 rushing yards or more each of the last three weeks. The team is on the road against Washington on Thanksgiving, and Darkwa has RB2 or flex appeal for fantasy owners.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa reaches end zone    Sun Nov 19, 05:45 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed for 74 yards and one touchdown on 20 carries against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 11. He also caught two passes for 16 yards during the game.

Footballguys view: The Giants were competitive again all of the sudden, making Darkwa a quality RB2 play against the Chiefs. He'll have some flex or emergency RB2 consideration against the reeling Washington team on Thanksgiving night.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa totals 88 yards    Sun Nov 12, 10:41 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed 14 times for 70 yards in the Week 10 game against the San Francisco 49ers while tacking on 18 yards on a pair of receptions.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa rushes for 71 yards    Sun Nov 5, 04:54 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed for 71 yards on 16 carries against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 9. He also caught two passes for eight yards during the game.

Footballguys view: Darkwa got off to a strong start and might have been a good fantasy play if the Giants kept it close and fed him more carries in the second half. That should happen next week vs. the 49ers, so add or hold onto Darkwa.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa has surprise outing    Mon Oct 16, 07:55 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa gained 117 yards on 21 carries in Week 6 against the Denver Broncos.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa not on injury report    Wed Oct 11, 10:46 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (calf) is not on the team's injury report for their Week 6 game Sunday, Oct. 15, versus the Denver Broncos.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa injures calf    Sun Oct 8, 05:22 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (calf) suffered a calf injury on his touchdown run in the Week 5 game against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Footballguys view: Wayne Gallman should be the primary back next week against the Broncos, but they have been the best run defense in the league and the Giants have been one of the worst run offenses. Gallman is worth a waiver add, but not for next week.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa receives start    Sun Oct 8, 11:54 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa will be the starting running back against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5.

Footballguys view: Wayne Gallman has looked better than any other back in the Giants backfield this year, but the team will go back to Darkwa, at least to start the game.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa ready for Week 5    Fri Oct 6, 05:57 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (back) practiced in full Friday, Oct. 6, and has been removed from the injury report ahead of Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers.

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  Giants | Friday's injury report for NYG    Fri Oct 6, 05:56 PM

New York Giants OG John Jerry (hamstring), DE Avery Moss (shoulder), RB Paul Perkins (ribs), C Weston Richburg (concussion) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice Friday, Oct. 6. Perkins and Richburg were ruled out, while the others are considered questionable for Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. DE Jason Pierre-Paul (shoulder, knee) was limited and is questionable. WR Odell Beckham Jr. (ankle, finger) was limited, but removed from the injury report, while RB Orleans Darkwa (back), CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle) and WR Brandon Marshall (toe) practiced in full.

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  Giants | Thursday practice report for Giants    Thu Oct 5, 04:22 PM

New York Giants DE Jason Pierre-Paul (shoulder), C Weston Richburg (concussion) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 5. RB Orleans Darkwa (back) and CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle) fully participated in practice.

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  Giants | Wednesday practice report for Giants    Wed Oct 4, 07:32 PM

New York Giants CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle), DE Jason Pierre-Paul (knee, shoulder), C Weston Richburg (concussion) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 4. RB Orleans Darkwa (back) was limited during practice.

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  Giants | Week 4 Inactives    Sun Oct 1, 02:41 PM

The New York Giants have declared DE Avery Moss, OT Bobby Hart, QB Davis Webb, LB Deontae Skinner, TE Matt LaCosse, CB Michael Hunter, RB Orleans Darkwa inactive for Week 4.

Footballguys view: Rookie Wayne Gallman is active and should see some snaps with Darkwa out.

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  Giants | Week 4 injury report for NYG    Fri Sep 29, 02:10 PM

New York Giants LB Jonathan Casillas (ankle, wrist) did not practice for the third straight day Friday, Sept. 29, and is listed as questionable for Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. RB Orleans Darkwa (back) C Brett Jones (hip) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) each were limited in practice and are also listed as questionable. LB B.J. Goodson (shin), OG Bobby Hart (ankle) and RB Shane Vereen (calf) were also limited in practice Friday but removed from the injury report. CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle) practiced in full for the third straight day and also no longer appears on the injury report.

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  Giants | Four Giants questionable    Fri Sep 29, 10:41 AM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (back), LB Jonathan Casillas (ankle, wrist), C Brett Jones (hip) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) are listed as questionable for Week 4.

Footballguys view: Darkwa is probably not going to play, so rookie Wayne Gallman is likely to be active and get a look. He's worth a pre-emptive add in deep leagues.

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  Giants | Thursday practice report for Giants    Thu Sep 28, 03:15 PM

New York Giants LB Jonathan Casillas (ankle, wrist), RB Orleans Darkwa (back), C Brett Jones (hip), LB J.T. Thomas (groin) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 28. OT Bobby Hart (ankle) and LB B.J. Goodson (shin) were limited during practice, while CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle) fully participated in practice.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa does not practice    Wed Sep 27, 03:13 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (back) did not practice Wednesday, Sept. 27.

Footballguys view: The Giants need someone to emerge in the backfield as Paul Perkins has struggled in 2017. Darwa could be that guy...but he needs to be healthy in order to perform at his best. He's fought through plenty of injuries as a pro, and this back injury isn't thought to be serious. The team is likely just giving him a bit of rest in the middle of the week.

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  Giants | Wednesday's practice report for NYG    Wed Sep 27, 03:02 PM

New York Giants LB Jonathan Casillas (ankle, wrist), RB Orleans Darkwa (back), OG Bobby Hart (ankle), LB J.T. Thomas (groin), RB Shane Vereen (calf) and DE Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Sept. 27. LB B.J. Goodson (shin) was limited, while CB Janoris Jenkins (ankle) practiced in full.

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  Giants | No practice for Orleans Darkwa on Wednesday    Wed Sep 27, 12:34 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (back) was limited to riding a stationary bike and did not practice Wednesday, Sept. 27.

Footballguys view: The Giants need someone to emerge in the backfield as Paul Perkins has struggled in 2017. Darwa could be that guy...but he needs to be healthy in order to perform at his best. He's fought through plenty of injuries as a pro, and this back injury isn't thought to be serious. The team is likely just giving him a bit of rest in the middle of the week.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa expects to play    Tue Sep 26, 07:40 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa (back) doesn't know if he'll practice this week, but he does expect to be able to take the field in Week 4. Darkwa will receive treatment for tightness in his tweaked back.

Footballguys view: That's cool, but fantasy owners aren't expecting much from Darkwa...or any Giants RB at this time. Darkwa and Paul Perkins are not running the ball with much authority or effectiveness. Shane Vereen isn't lighting the fantasy world on fire either. It might lead to more opportunity for rookie Wayne Gallman, but for now Darkwa is the guy that could get more work with Perkins' ineffectiveness.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa does not have serious injury    Mon Sep 25, 08:00 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa's (back) back injury is not serious, and he has a chance to participate in practice this week, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Good news for Darkwa, a player who has been banged up quite a bit during his pro career. Too bad the Giants aren't running the football with success.

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  Giants | Orleans Darkwa totals eight touches    Sun Sep 24, 07:31 PM

New York Giants RB Orleans Darkwa rushed seven times for 22 yards in Week 3 against the Eagles and he added one catch for 11 yards on his only target. He left in the second half due to a back injury.

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