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Fireworks injuries costly for two National Football League players
Posted On Jul 09 2015
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So, either Jason Pierre-Paul authorized Adam Schefter to tweet out his medical chart to his almost four million followers, or Schefter obtained the chart from someone who nearly certainly violated Jason Pierre-Paul’s HIPAA rights.
Ian Rapoport of NFL.com confirmed the amputation and explained the possible thought process. The 26-year-old Pierre-Paul also reportedly suffered nerve damage to both hands, according to earlier reports.
Pierre-Paul was trying to light fireworks during Fourth of July celebrations on Saturday night when the incident occurred. What could turn into a major blow for a struggling Giants’ defense, Pierre-Paul led the team in quarterback hits, tackles for loss and sacks in 2014. If he is still unwilling to sign a long-term deal that the Giants would be comfortable with, the Giants would be fools to give him $14 million for a partial season with the franchise tag.
If Pierre-Paul did sign the sheet, he would likely lose money going forward, especially if he was unable to start the season on an active roster. He has until July 15 to negotiate a long-term contract.
The Giants said they would not comment on the report.
Meanwhile, Buccaneers cornerback C.J.
According to Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk, Pierre-Paul refused to see team trainer Ronnie Barnes and ex-player/current Giants special assistant Jessie Armstead.
With this news, he can forget about earning that kind of salary because he has lost all leverage and his career could have taken a turn for the worse.
Although Coral Springs police will not pursue an investigation, Pierre-Paul still could face legal trouble from another jurisdiction in Florida, where fireworks other than those in the sparklers category are illegal without a permit. Lott went on to play eight more years in the National Football League.
The Giants are returning to the scheme that helped them end the New England Patriots bid for an undefeated season in 2008 under Steve Spagnuolo, who is back as defensive coordinator.
