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Sterling Shepard puts concussion fears behind him in Giants return

CHICAGO — It didn’t take long Sunday for a reminder Sterling Shepard can’t hide on an NFL field.

In his first game back after a five-game absence caused by his second concussion of the season, Shepard’s helmet hit the turf when he was tackled making his first catch in traffic during the Giants’ 19-14 loss to the Bears. He bounced right up to his feet and gave his fans and loved ones a reason to exhale.

“I just kind of want to move on and put that in the past,” Shepard said. “I’m happy to be back out here with my boys.