The Facts: Wilson hoped to obtain clearance from doctors during an MRI on Wednesday morning on his surgically repaired neck. And although there was good news, Wilson will be waiting until a follow-up appointment to get the green light he's been waiting for.
Diehards Line:
Wilson will see a doctor again before camp, a person familiar with the situation confirmed to Star-Ledger staffer Conor Orr. Wilson underwent a fusion of the vertebrae on Jan. 16. He is still a large part of the team's plans, but after the injury to his neck last fall, contingency plans were put in place in case Wilson struggles to return to the field. Orr went on to advise readers that privately, the Giants remain as cautious as they have been following the initial diagnosis. Though Wilson is young and determined to play again, the healing process takes time, especially at Wilson's position where collisions are constant and often more severe. Rashad Jennings was signed in free agency, Peyton Hillis was brought back on a two-year deal. Additionally, the team drafted Andre Williams, a Heisman finalist, in the fourth round this year. Fantasy football owners should take a wait-and-see approach.