With roster uncertainty hovering because of COVID-19 issues, the New York Giants on Friday made some roster moves to begin protecting themselves before Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Rookie running back Gary Brightwell has been placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list. Brightwell did not show up on injury report under COVID protocol until Thursday. Brightwell has been a key special teams contributor for the Giants this season.
The Giants could also be without special teamer Nate Ebner, who has not practiced this week with an ankle injury.
Linebacker Benardrick McKinney has been elevated to the roster as a COVID-19 replacement.