Rico Payton: Everything you need to know

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.

Payton (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports. Payton landed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury in late August and could be in line to make his season debut. He would likely contribute primarily on special teams, though the Giants will be without both Cor'Dale Flott (concussion) and Paulson Adebo (knee). Payton officially remains questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, so his status will not become clear until shortly before kickoff.