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Giants Draft Choice Injured In Shooting That Killed Teammate
New York Giants sixth-round draft pick Corey Ballentine was injured in a shooting that killed a former teammate in Topeka, Kan., Washburn University reported
Ballentine, a cornerback, was expected to fully recover from the shooting, which occurred off campus and left Washburn junior defensive back Dwane Simmons, 23, dead, the school said.
The Giants on Saturday took Ballentine with the 180th selection in the 2019 NFL draft.
“We are aware of the tragic situation and continue to gather information. We have spoken to Corey, and he is recovering in the hospital," the Giants said in a statement…
