Chip Trayanum taken to hospital following neck injury in Jets' preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Former Ohio State running back Chip Trayanum was hospitalized after suffering a neck injury during the New York Jets' preseason game against the New York Giants on Friday night. Trayanum, an undrafted rookie aiming for a spot in the Jets' backfield, was hurt on the final play of the first half following a tackle by linebacker Trace Ford. He was placed in a neck brace and carted off the field by medical personnel. Jets' officials are focusing on his recovery as he transitions into a professional career.
- •Chip Trayanum scored for the Jets before the injury.
- •He was injured on the last play of the first half.
- •Trayanum was carted off the field in a neck brace.
- •He spent two seasons at Ohio State before joining the Jets.
- •The Jets are providing updates on his status.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Former Ohio State running back leaves NFL field on stretcher
"Former Ohio State running back Chip Trayanum scored for the Jets before a frightening neck injury sent him to the hospital Friday night.
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