New York Giants offensive lineman Nick Gates beat impossible odds to play again this season after he shattered his leg last year in what many felt was a career-ending injury.
Gates has gotten little attention when it comes to the Comeback Player of the Year, however. As the season has gone on, that has changed a bit.
There is a sudden groundswell of support for Gates as the Giants are once again in the playoffs and his story is becoming more well-known.
You can add ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi — the former New England Patriots linebacker who himself won the award back in 2005 — as another heavyweight in Gates’ corner.
Incredible comeback this year by @Giants OL Nick Gates. He will get my vote for comeback player of the year.
— Tedy Bruschi (@TedyBruschi) January 10, 2023
Bruschi suffered a stroke early in 2005 but battled back to play midway through the season. His endorsement alone holds a lot of weight but it may not put Gates over the top for the award.
