After an impressive start to training camp, New York Giants right tackle Evan Neal was forced to leave Friday’s practice early.
It was initially unclear what forced Neal off the field but following the afternoon practice, it was revealed that the second-year player had suffered a concussion and was placed into protocol.
Injury Update: OT Evan Neal left practice today with a concussion and is in the protocol.
— Dan Salomone (@Dan_Salomone) August 4, 2023
Earlier in the day, head coach Brian Daboll praised Neal’s progress and his improved technique.
“I think Evan’s done a good job, like I said a couple of days ago. He’s improved, he’s got the right mindset and we’ll just grinding along with him,” Daboll said.
Meanwhile, the Giants also made a series of transactions on Friday, waiving wide receiver Jeff Smith with an injury designation. The veteran had suffered a knee injury earlier in the week.
If Smith clears waivers, he will revert to injured reserve.
In a corresponding roster move, the Giants signed nose tackle Donovan Jeter, who was recently released by the Chicago Bears.
The 6-foot-3, 325-pound Jeter was originally signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted rookie free agent out of Michigan in 2022. He also spent some time with the Washington Commanders last season.
Jeter has appeared in one career game and recorded one tackle.
