Giants center John Michael Schmitz sidelined by concussion ahead of opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:04 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
New York Giants center John Michael Schmitz is experiencing a concussion after a head injury during Friday’s practice. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed the injury on August 10, indicating that Schmitz is currently working through the concussion protocol. In his absence, Bryan Hudson has been taking first-team reps. Schmitz struggled last season, finishing on injured reserve and receiving poor performance ratings. The Giants will host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday at MetLife Stadium for their preseason opener.
- •John Michael Schmitz confirmed to have a concussion.
- •Bryan Hudson steps in as starting center for the Giants.
- •Giants preseason opener against the Vikings is scheduled for Saturday.
- •Schmitz struggled in 2025, finishing with low performance grades.
- •Lucas Patrick is also unavailable due to a knee injury.
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Giants’ Offensive Line Loses Key Starter to Injury Before Preseason Opener
"Injury concerns are mounting for the New York Giants ahead of their NFL preseason opener. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed Monday that center John Michael Schmitz is dealing with a concussion after sustaining a head injury during Friday’s practice. “He’s dealing with a concussion,” Harbaugh told reporters, via SNY. “He’s working through that process.” Did […] The post Giants’ Offensive Line Loses Key Starter to Injury Before Preseason Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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