With Baker's legal situation still unresolved and a suspension within the realm of possibilities, it's conceivable that Beal could be thrust into the starting lineup for at least a handful of games. The 23-year-old was a third-round pick in the 2018 supplemental draft but missed all of last season due to shoulder surgery.Beal was one of the many players that came out of Week 16's overtime win injured, but he is one of the only players not ready to play in the season's final game. The injuries.So out of a possible 32 games, Beal has taken part in just six. The optimism surrounding the young player. NFL and PFF player stats for New York Giants CB Sam Beal on Pro Football Focus. With the second-year pro sidelined, look for Grant Haley to see an increase in depth corner snaps.© 2005-2020 CBS INTERACTIVE. The 2018 third-round pick resumed practicing Oct. 16 after dealing with the hamstring injury throughout the preseason.CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc.Beal was limited to just six games as a rookie in 2019 due to injuries, but he produced as a reliable member of the secondary when healthy.
Because the 22-year-old will head into next season without NFL game experience, he likely will start out as a depth cornerback.Beal is managing a lingering hamstring injury. When fully healthy, the 2018 third-round pick will compete for a starting role in New York's secondary.Beal has started the last two weeks with Janoris Jenkins out of the lineup (and now in New Orleans), generating 18 tackles and a pass breakup between the games. The second-year pro played nearly every snap in Week 14's loss to the Eagles, recording seven tackles (six solo). ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.Beal opened OTAs working with the starting defense. Seven more came in the Week 14 loss to Philly, another game he started.I understand the six-game spread is an underwhelming sample size, but just looking at that span, it’s clear Beal needs to develop into a better cover corner. With Corey Ballentine (back) also listed as questionable, it would be a notable blow to New York's secondary depth if Beal were forced to miss Sunday's season finale.Beal battled groin and hamstring injuries throughout training camp and didn't play in any preseason games. Deandre Baker and Grant Haley (shoulder) will continue seeing increased reps in training camp as long as Beal remains sidelined. July 11, 2018 1:43 pm ET. Having averaged eight tackles in his three starts as a rookie, Beal's situation could be worth monitoring in IDP formats.Beal has progressively been increasing his participation in practice, but he has yet to return to full health. The Giants are hoping he can make an immediate impact since their secondary is allowing 9.3 yards per passing attempt -- second-worst in the league.Beal's limited participation is a step in the right direction, and coach Pat Shurmur said Sunday that he expects the 2018 third-round pick to get healthy "soon."