The New York Giants have received promising news regarding wide receiver Richie James ahead of their crucial Week 15 road matchup against the Washington Commanders.
The Giants released their final injury report for Week 15 on Friday, and James was not issued any injury designation. James was initially listed as questionable against the Commanders, but he ended up clearing the concussion protocol later on Friday.
Barring any major change in the coming days, James will suit up to play in Week 15.
James took on a hard helmet-to-helmet hit from safety Marcus Epps in the late stages of the Giants’ Week 14 home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The fourth-year wide receiver hauled in a 19-yard touchdown catch on the play, and he was slow to get up after the hit.
Giants head coach Brian Daboll revealed during his press conference on Monday that James did indeed suffer a concussion against the Eagles, and the wideout entered the concussion protocol.
After being sidelined from practice on Wednesday, James made his return to practice on Thursday, where he was a limited participant throughout the session. The versatile wideout wound up being a full participant in practice on Friday.
While there was much doubt regarding his status for Week 15, James received the green light to play against the Commanders after clearing the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.
James heads into Week 15 ranking at second on the team in both receptions (38) and receiving yards (361).
The Giants currently sit in last place in the NFC East standings with a 7-5-1 record.
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