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Abdul Carter held out of practice for 2nd straight day

New York Giants edge rusher Abdul Carter remained sidelined for a second straight day during Thursday’s practice, joining a growing list of key players dealing with injuries ahead of Sunday’s showdown against the New Orleans Saints. Carter, who leads the NFL with 11 ‘quick’ quarterback pressures (defined as those achieved in under 2.5 seconds) and sits tied for sixth in the league with 14 total pressures, has already logged 2 sacks this season.

His absence would further strain a defense already without star pass-rusher Brian Burns, who missed the entire season after tearing his ACL. Carter’s calf injury was the only one listed as a full-day holdout, while right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor and left tackle Andrew Thomas also worked with trainers on the sideline, though Thomas has managed his groin issue without missing a snap since Week 2.

Linebacker Malik Harrison, added to the active roster this week, participated in limited drills due to a groin strain, while safety Jason Pinnock returned to full practice after missing last week with a concussion—a positive development given teammate Tyler Nubin’s neck issue continues to raise concerns about his availability.

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