Dru Phillips Injury News & Updates
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Past calf issue
Phillips (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The second-year corner from Kentucky practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week due to a calf injury, but it now appears he's ready to face the Bears on Sunday. Phillips has played in all nine of the Giants' games so far this season, recording 40 total tackles and nine passes defended, including two interceptions. Now fully healthy, he's expected to operate as one of New York's top cornerbacks in Week 10.
Nov 5, 2025
Nursing calf injury
Phillips (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips likely injured his calf during the Giants' Week 9 loss to the 49ers, when he played 21 snaps (19 on defense, two on special teams) while logging one solo tackle. He had his practice snaps managed Wednesday, but he'll have two more chances to log a full practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.
Oct 21, 2025
Racks up nine stops in Week 7 loss
Phillips posted nine tackles (all solo) in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Phillips finished second on New York in stops behind Dane Belton (10). It was the second-highest tackle total of the season for Phillips, trailing just his Week 2 effort of 11 stops against Dallas. Phillips is up to 37 tackles and eight defensed passes (including two interceptions) through seven games this season.
Oct 10, 2025
Recovers fumble to clinch win
Phillips recorded three tackles (two solo) and recovered a fumble in Thursday's 34-17 win over the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Phillips began the week nursing a hip injury, but he avoided an injury designation and managed to play 49 of 57 defensive snaps. He recovered a fumble midway through the fourth quarter, ending any limited hopes of a comeback for the Eagles. Phillips has been busy in coverage to begin the year, logging eight passes defensed and two interceptions across six games.
Oct 8, 2025
Playing in Week 6
Phillips (hip) has no injury designation ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Despite practicing in a limited fashion throughout the week, Phillips has moved past his hip injury in time to face the Eagles on Thursday. The Kentucky product has appeared in all five of the Giants' games this season, recording 25 total tackles and eight passes defended, including two interceptions. Now cleared to play, he's expected to serve as the team's top slot corner in the Week 6 divisional matchup.
Oct 6, 2025
Limited to open week
Phillips (hip) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated injury report.
ANALYSIS
Phillips recorded three solo tackles, while playing 40 defensive snaps in Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Saints, and he may have left the contest a little worse for wear. The cornerback will have two more chances to log a full practice before Thursday's matchup with the Eagles at home.
Sep 30, 2025
Picks off Herbert in win
Phillips recorded two solo tackles and four passes defensed, including an interception, in the Giants' 21-18 win over the Chargers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Phillips came up big for the team in their first win of the season, as his interception of Justin Herbert in the third quarter set up a Giants touchdown. He has now racked up 22 tackles (17 solo) and two interceptions over the first four games of the season.
Sep 23, 2025
Notches two defensed passes Week 3
Phillips finished Sunday's loss to Kansas City with five tackles (four solo) and two defensed passes.
ANALYSIS
Phillips recorded two defensed passes for the second straight week. He's up to four pass defenses on the campaign, tied for seventh-most in the league. Phillips also has 20 tackles through three weeks.
Sep 15, 2025
Shines with INT in Week 2
Phillips registered 11 tackles (eight solo) and two pass defenses, including an interception, in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Phillips finished second on New York in stops behind Paulson Adebo (13). Phillips also accounted for the Giants' only pickoff in the contest with he intercepted Dak Prescott on a pass intended for CeeDee Lamb on the second play of the third quarter. The interception was the second of Phillips' career
Aug 13, 2025
Participates in practice
Phillips (undisclosed) participated in practice Wednesday, Paul Schwartz of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips started at cornerback in the Giants' first preseason game, but unfortunately exited in the first drive of the contest after attempting to tackle tight end Dalton Kincaid. The 23-year-old opened eyes last season as a rookie, where he started six of the 14 games he played, finishing with 71 tackles, one interception and two forced fumbles. Now healthy, the second-year player is slated to start at slot cornerback this season.
Aug 10, 2025
Dinged-up in preseason opener
Phillips (undisclosed) picked up an injury in Saturday's preseason win over Buffalo and played only three defensive snaps, logging one tackle, Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips started the game and brought down Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid after a 10-yard reception on the first drive of the contest. That was the final play Phillips was in for, as Nic Jones replaced him on Buffalo's next offensive series. Giants head coach Brian Daboll didn't indicate the nature or severity of Phillips' injury when discussing the issue, so at this point it's hard to ascertain if he's in danger of sitting out the team's next preseason matchup, which is against the Jets next Saturday. If healthy, Phillips is slated to be the Giants' starting slot cornerback this season.
Jan 7, 2025
Flashes talent in rookie campaign
Phillips finished the 2024 regular season with 71 tackles (46 solo), including 1.0 sacks, along with an interception and two forced fumbles over 14 games (six starts).
ANALYSIS
After being selected by New York in the third round of April's NFL Draft, Phillips opened eyes as a rookie, finishing fifth on the team in tackles. His biggest performance came in Week 2, when he logged a career-high 12 stops, including his first pro sack. Phillips missed a game early in the campaign due to a calf issue and two later in the season because of a calf injury, but he was overall a consistent contributor from the slot, finishing with at least four tackles in each of his final six games. Phillips showed enough as a rookie to remain a key part of the Giants' defense next season.
Dec 20, 2024
Good to go for Week 16
Phillips (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Falcons and is expected to play, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
The Giants' slot cornerback, Phillips will return from a two-game absence in time for a Week 16 date with Drake London, Kyle Pitts and Ray-Ray McCloud on the inside for the Falcons. Across 11 appearances this season, Phillips has recorded 55 tackles (34 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and a pair of forced fumbles.
Dec 18, 2024
Logs limited session Wednesday
Phillips (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Patricia Traina of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips has been sidelined for each of the Giants' last two games due to a shoulder injury, so Wednesday's limited session could be an indication that he's nearing a return to the field. The rookie third-round pick from Kentucky has solidified himself as the Giants' top slot corner, recording 55 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles over 11 appearances this season. However, if he's unable to return for the Week 16 matchup in Atlanta, expect Isaiah Simmons to serve as the Giants' starting slot cornerback.
Dec 13, 2024
Sitting out Week 15
Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Friday that Phillips (shoulder) will not suit up Sunday versus Baltimore, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips will miss a second straight contest due to his lingering shoulder injury. The rookie third-round pick had solidified himself as a starter on defense for New York, having strung together seven consecutive contests playing 66 percent or more of defensive snaps. His next opportunity to take the field will come Week 16 against Atlanta.
Dec 11, 2024
Logs DNP on Wednesday
Phillips (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips was sidelined for the Giants' Week 14 loss to the Saints after sustaining a shoulder injury late in the week, and Wednesday's DNP suggests he's still nursing the issue. The rookie corner from Kentucky could be in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive game in a Week 15 matchup against the Ravens if he can't practice in a limited fashion Thursday or Friday.
Dec 8, 2024
Will miss Week 14 contest
Phillips (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's battle against the Saints, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
It was an ominous sign when Phillips was added to New York's injury report Friday, and a shoulder issue will keep him out of action Sunday for the second time this season. The rookie cornerback had been working in a starting role, logging at least two-thirds of the team's defensive snaps in seven consecutive contests. Isaiah Simmons could see an uptick in defensive snaps Sunday in Phillips' stead.
Dec 6, 2024
Pops up on Friday's injury report
Phillips did not practice Friday due to a shoulder injury, and he is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Phillips wasn't on the Giants' practice report Wednesday or Thursday, so it appears his shoulder injury is new. He was unable to practice Friday, and it's unclear if the injury is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Sunday's contest. Isaiah Simmons could serve as the Giants' slot corner Sunday if Phillips is unable to play.
Oct 11, 2024
Playing in Week 6
Phillips (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie cornerback out of Kentucky recorded a week of limited practice sessions and will continue playing through is calf in Week 6. Phillips has accumulated 21 total tackles, including 1.0 sack, and forced one fumble across the Giants' first five games this season. He's expected to start as New York's top slot corner in Sunday's contest.
Oct 9, 2024
Logs limited session Wednesday
Phillips (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips was able to play through his calf issue during the Giants' Week 5 win over the Seahawks, so it appears the team is just being cautious with his health. Expect the 22-year-old cornerback to play in the Giants' Week 6 matchup against the Bengals unless he downgrades to non-participation either Thursday or Friday.
Oct 6, 2024
Set to play
Phillips (calf) is active Sunday against the Seahawks. Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips missed the Giants' Week 4 loss to the Cowboys, but he'll be back in action for Week 5. The Kentucky product's return will be a boost to Big Blue's secondary in Seattle.
Oct 4, 2024
Listed questionable for Sunday
Phillips (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips and Adoree' Jackson both missed Week 4 with their calf issues, and both are questionable for Week 5 after getting in limited practices Thursday. If neither can go, the Giants will again roll with Deonte Banks, Cor'Dale Flott and Nick McCloud at cornerback in Seattle.
Oct 3, 2024
Makes progress
Phillips (calf) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips sat out the team's Week 4 loss to the Cowboys as well as Wednesday's practice. His return to the field Thursday is good news for his potential availability Sunday against the Seahawks. However, his status in Friday's practice will likely shed more light on his likeliness of doing so.
Oct 2, 2024
Not practicing Wednesday
Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Phillips (calf) will not practice Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips continues to work his way back from a calf injury that sidelined him for New York's loss to the Cowboys in Week 4. The rookie third-round pick will have two more chances to increase his activity level at practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Sep 25, 2024
Out for Week 4
Phillips (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday night's matchup with the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie cornerback out of Kentucky was held out of practice all week due to a calf injury sustained during the Giants' Week 3 win over the Browns, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up Thursday night. With Phillips missing Week 4's matchup against the Cowboys, expect Isaiah Simmons to see increased work with the Giants' first-team defense.
Sep 24, 2024
Logs another DNP
Phillips (calf) will not practice Tuesday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillps suffered the injury during Sunday's win against the Browns and may be leaning toward doubtful for Thursday's divisional matchup with the Cowboys. A decision there could come as soon as Wednesday, but he may ultimately end up a game-time decision, and word of his status won't come until the Giants release their inactive list 90 minutes before kickoff. If he doesn't play, Isaiah Simmons will likely handle slot corner duties against Dallas.
Sep 23, 2024
Estimated as DNP
Phillips (calf) was listed as a non-participant in Monday's practice estimation, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips sustained a calf injury during the first quarter of Sunday's win over the Browns, and following Monday's practice estimation, it appears he could be in jeopardy of missing some time. The rookie will likely need to log at least limited work Tuesday or Wednesday in order to suit up for the Giants' Week 4 matchup with the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Sep 22, 2024
Exits game with calf injury
Phillips left Sunday's game against the Browns due to a calf injury and is questionable to return, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips sustained the injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game. While he's sidelined, Isaiah Simmons or Adoree' Jackson are candidates to see increased work out of the nickel corner.
Sep 15, 2024
Tallies 12 tackles Sunday
Phillips recorded 12 tackles (seven solo), including a sack, in Sunday's Week 2 loss to Washington.
ANALYSIS
Phillips finished second on New York with his big tackle total. The rookie also recorded his first career sack, getting to Jayden Daniels for a five-yard loss in the first quarter. Phillips did get checked for a concussion in the fourth quarter but was subsequently cleared and returned to the contest. He's impressed through two NFL games and appears set to be a big part of the Giants' secondary this season.
Aug 20, 2024
Back at practice
Phillips (ankle) is practicing Tuesday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips injured his ankle during 11-on-11 drills last Sunday, leaving the rookie sidelined for more than a week. Currently slated to be the team's slot corner, the Kentucky product's return to competition, should help him maintain that spot, if not potentially unseat Deonte Banks or Cor'Dale Flott (quadriceps) for a starting job on the outside.
Aug 12, 2024
Dealing with ankle injury
Phillips left Sunday's practice session due to an ankle injury, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
Phillips sustained the injury during 11-on-11 drills Sunday, and he was held out of Monday's practice session. The rookie third-round pick out of Kentucky is set to operate as the Giants' third corner alongside starters Cor'Dale Flott (quadriceps) and Deonte Banks. Tre Herndon took Phillips' place in drills Monday, and the former would be in line to see more first-team snaps should the latter be unable to suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Texans.
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