Barkley’s ankle sprain has him out for week 7, and he is highly unlikely to play in week 8 as well. The Giants are targeting a week 9 return, which is just shy of his Optimal Recovery Time. Barkley suffered a low ankle sprain, so the long-term impact shouldn’t be as significant as if this were a high ankle sprain. He still needs to be careful in his return as the ligaments will be stretched out, thus more susceptible to another ankle injury.
Sam Darnold Will Land on IR and Miss 4-6 Weeks
Darnold was sent for further testing on his injured right shoulder, and scans revealed a scapula fracture. He is going to land on IR and