The NFL's Injury Epidemic: A Hidden Cost of Modern Football The recent trade between the New York Giants and Jacksonville Jaguars has sent Daniel Faalele to the latter in exchange for a late round draft pick, sparking little more than a passing interest from fans and analysts.
However, this move reveals the unspoken reality of modern professional football: the crushing cost of constant injury.
The Giants' decision to part with Faalele was not surprising given their aggressive offseason moves, particularly the draft pick up of Francis Mauigoa, who is touted as the future at guard.