David Wilson will not be returning to play professional football. The young running back's career is over after just two seasons in the league.
Wilson suffered a setback in his recovery when he was injured during a collision in practice last Tuesday. He suffered a burner and was set to the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York for tests and evaluation.
On Monday doctors informed Wilson he needed to stop playing football in order to avoid further damage to his spine.
Wilson was drafted in the first round by the Giants out of Virginia Tech in 2012. He was a kick return specialist he rushed for over 1,500 yards in his rookie season. He missed the final 11 games of last season due to the neck surgery.
Wilson released a statement through the team asking people not to feel sorry for him and stating he had a chance to live a dream and now he can dream another dream and live that too.
The Giants were prepared for the potential loss of Wilson. Rookie Andre Williams made an impression during the Giants preseason opener against Buffalo rushing for 48 yards and a touchdown. Veterans Rashad Jennings and Peyton Hillis also contributed in the Giants run total.
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