The New York Giants had hoped for a return to health in Week 15 against the Miami Dolphins, but instead, they got the exact opposite of that.
Despite shedding his walking boot and participating in practice on a limited basis, rookie quarterback Daniel Jones (ankle) was unable to receive the green light ahead of Sunday’s game and has been ruled out.
In Jones’ absence, veteran quarterback Eli Manning will make his second consecutive start and, quite possibly, his last as a member of the Giants.
In addition to Jones, tight ends Evan Engram (foot) and Rhett Ellison (concussion), and offensive lineman Kevin Zeitler (ankle) have been ruled out.
Zeitler did not practice this week, while both Engram and Ellison were limited at times.
Reserve offensive lineman Nick Gates will start at right guard in place of Zeitler, while tight ends Scott Simonson and Kaden Smith will play in place of Engram and Ellison.
Rookie cornerback Corey Ballentine (concussion) and wide receiver Golden Tate (foot) did not receive a designation and are expected to play.
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