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NFL Combine 2018: Giants team doctor provides an inside look at the medical evaluations

The most important testing at the NFL Scouting Combine may actually take place two miles away from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Before the draft prospects step on the field for the 40-yard dash, they'll undergo an extensive medical evaluation at Methodist Hospital.

The medical exams at the Combine are a major piece of the evaluation process.

"I think it's an important factor," said Dr. Scott Rodeo from the Hospital for Special Surgery, who has been the Giants' head team physician since 2015. "We have a meeting with the general manager, head coach, player personnel people and scouts prior to the draft where we review the medical history on each player.