Engram (hamstring) said he's optimistic about his recovery timetable based on how he performed during a workout Monday under the supervision of the Giants' training staff.
Engram confirmed that his injury first cropped up during pregame warmups Sunday, rendering him unable to play in a 25-22 loss to the Eagles even though he wasn't included on the inactive list. Rhett Ellison filled in with four catches for 77 yards on six targets, playing 55 of 62 offensive snaps (89 percent) Engram seemingly believes he has a shot to return for the Week 13 game against the Bears, with Wednesday representing his first chance to practice.