Jason Pierre-Paul has reportedly chosen to amputate his right index finger, a move designed to get him back on the field quicker. The Independence Day Fireworks incident has put the New York Giants in uncharted territory.
There is no manual for this kind of situation. There is precedent for a lot of bad situations. This one is rather unique. Here you have a player who was seeking a long-term contract, who has yet to sign his franchise tag tender, a franchise tag that would cost the Giants just over $14 million, with an amputated right index finger.
It is important to understand three things about the Pierre-Paul story.