Rico Payton: Everything you need to know

Payton (head) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports. Payton was evaluated for a concussion to end the season and never returned, but there's no lingering effects to start the offseason program. The 26-year-old has logged 23 tackles (11 solo) -- mostly on special teams -- and two pass breakups through 25 games over his first two years in the league.

Payton was evaluated for a concussion during Sunday's 34-17 win versus the Cowboys, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports. Payton tallied a career-high seven tackles in Week 18, but it looks like he may have been hurt in the process. With the Giants eliminated from postseason contention, he'll have until the new league year to rest and recover from any injury.

Payton (lower body) is active for Sunday's matchup with the 49ers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports. The cornerback will make his season debut after landing on injured reserve in late August. Payton will likely play mostly on special teams, though he could see time on defense with Cor'Dale Flott (concussion) and Paulson Adebo (knee) both out.