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Giants' Nate Solder Opts out of 2020 Season, Cites Family's Health Concerns

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New York Giants offensive tackle Nate Solder announced Wednesday he's opting out of the 2020 NFL season amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Our family has health concerns, most notably our son's ongoing battle with cancer, as well as my own bout with cancer," Solder said. "We also welcomed a new addition to our family this spring, a baby boy. With fear and trembling, we struggle to keep our priorities in order and, for us, our children's health and the health of our neighbors comes before football."

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