Way back in Week 3, New York Giants running back Shane Vereen tore his triceps. He has been out ever since, and the Giants' offense has struggled. Since Week 4, they rank just 30th in total yards and 23rd in points.

It was initially thought that he might be done for the year, but luckily for New York, Vereen is about to get back on the field just in time for their second matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.

The #Giants have activated RB Shane Vereen off IR/designated for return; will be in uniform vs. Dallas.



DETAILS: https://t.co/kbuqUUpSGtpic.twitter.com/zt50WMnst1 — New York Giants (@Giants) December 10, 2016

New York's running game, in particular, has been woeful since Vereen went down, with Rashad Jennings and Paul Perkins not exactly finding success. Vereen brings a different element to the backfield with his ability to catch the ball, and he should be able to provide Eli Manning with another weapon in addition to the wide receiver trio of Odell Beckham, Sterling Shepard, and Victor Cruz. Vereen had eight catches for 75 yards before he went down.

The Giants are 8-4 entering the rematch with the Cowboys as the No. 5 seed in the NFC. They have several teams nipping at their heels, so stacking wins in the remaining four games is important. Getting Vereen back will certainly help.