Giants activate Sterling Shepard, returns to practice

Shepard passed his physical and was activated off the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, clearing the way for his return to practice.

The veteran receiver suffered a season-ending Achilles injury last season in Week 15. A second-round draft choice in 2016, Shepard has the eighth-most receptions (349) in Giants history.

Shep’s back 😁😁 pic.twitter.com/XnKXOLs4mt

— New York Giants (@Giants) August 24, 2022

Daboll said Shep will be back practicing today. They’ll ramp him up. “It will be good to have him out there.”

— Dan Salomone (@Dan_Salomone) August 24, 2022

The return of Shepard to the practice field should provide a jolt of excitement for the team. It will also impact the depth chart at wide receiver with NFL teams currently knee-deep in roster decisions.

Nevertheless, if he’s healthy, that’s a huge plus for quarterback Daniel Jones having a familiar target to throw to.

Additionally, with Shep back in the mix, it’s another weapon for head coach Brian Daboll to deploy in his offensive game plan. With Kadarius Toney, rookie Wan’Dale Robinson, and Kenny Golladay — the 29-year old’s ability to line up on the outside or the slot position should play an integral role.

Daboll said they’ll take it day by with Shep and see how he responds to today. “He can do a wide variety of things” on offense. Daboll thinks he can play any spot, inside or outside. “He has the ability to create separation.” He’s a veteran and has good rapport with DJ.

— Dan Salomone (@Dan_Salomone) August 24, 2022

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