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Will Giants play WR in Week 7?

Will Giants play WR in Week 7?

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers has been in the concussion protocol for nearly two weeks. Will the Giants rookie play in Week 7?

Malik Nabers clarifies concussion protocol

On Thursday, the Giants announced that Nabers has cleared concussion protocol, making him eligible to play in Week 7 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Nabers suffered a concussion after his head hit the turf Thursday night in the Oct. 3 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Nabers had to miss the last two games due to the concussion.

Although Nabers will participate fully in training on Thursday, he is also struggling with groin problems.

Before the injury, Nabers was statistically one of the best receivers in the NFL. The rookie has 35 receptions for 386 yards and three touchdowns. Nabers quickly became quarterback Daniel Jones’ favorite target, averaging 13 targets per game.

With Nabers back in the lineup, Darius Slayton moves to the No. 2 receiver while Jaylin Hyatt moves back to the bench.

New York Giants are dealing with numerous injuries

While Nabers is expected to be back in the lineup, the Giants will be without star left tackle Andrew Thomas for the remainder of the season. Thomas required surgery to repair a Lisfranc injury in his foot, effectively ending his season.

The Giants may also have to do without two of their defensive stars on Sunday.

Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (hip) and edge rusher Brian Burns (groin) were forced to practice for the second straight day on Thursday.

The Giants (2-4) host the Philadelphia Eagles (3-2) on Sunday.