New York Giants: 5 Training Camp Storylines
No Major Concerns on Ereck Flowers Injury
Offensive tackle Ereck Flowers struggled with a minor lower body injury, per New York Daily News reporter Pat Leonard:
#Giants LT Ereck Flowers clearly bothered by a lower-body issue that appeared 2 happen during routine block. He's still practicing. But FYI
— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) July 29, 2016
McAdoo dismissed the injury as a non-issue, which means more reps for a second-year pro looking to make great strides during the offseason. Eugene Monroe retired, and it’s now a foregone conclusion the Giants will look to improve the talent on the roster to strengthen the offensive line.
The Giants head coach also mentioned offensive lineman Bobby Hart as a participant in the training camp battle at right tackle.
After shredding 25 pounds during the offseason, Hart could push Marshall Newhouse for a starting spot. The Giants have expressed confidence in their offensive line, but the tackle positions cause major concern.
Flowers doesn’t have a competitor behind him, but Hart stands a good chance at overtaking the veteran for more snaps in the upcoming season. With a prolific passing attack, protecting the quarterback will be more important in 2016.
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