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Giants' Injury Report: Mbow Steps Up, Depth Tested

The New York Giants face a significant challenge in their week seventeen matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, as star left tackle Andrew Thomas and several other players are ruled out due to injuries. Thomas absence leaves rookie Marcus Mbow to make his second career start at left tackle, while veteran Austin Schlottmann may fill in for center John Michael Schmitz. The Giants offensive line depth will be tested against a formidable Raiders defense.

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