Abdul Carter not on the field to start NY Giants' game vs Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. − The Giants defense was able to hold the Patriots to a field goal Monday night on their opening drive after giving up a 39-yard kickoff return to start the game.

But that's only part of the story as rookie Abdul Carter was not on the field, with Chauncey Golston starting opposite Brian Burns and Tomon Fox also seeing action before the No. 3 overall pick.

ESPN's Laura Rutledge reported on the broadcast that the Giants told her it was a coach's decision, and that Carter is not injured.

Of course, Carter was benched several weeks ago for missing a walkthrough. He missed the first series and played the rest of the game.

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Abdul Carter not on the field to start NY Giants' game vs Patriots