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Jason Pierre-Paul Has Finger Amputated, Expected to Play in ’15

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New York Giants' Jason Pierre-Paul (90) reacts after sacking Philadelphia Eagles' Mark Sanchez during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

New York Giants’ Jason Pierre-Paul (90) reacts after sacking Philadelphia Eagles’ Mark Sanchez during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

(ESPN) – New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul had his right index finger amputated Wednesday, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Medical records show the procedure took place Wednesday afternoon.

One source characterized the timeline for Pierre-Paul’s return as being “sooner than people think” and said he still is expected to play this season.

Pierre-Paul discussed his options with his medical team and family members, according to a source, and decided that the amputation was the best decision for his health and his career going forward.

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