The Giants cut wide receiver Da’Mari Scott and defensive back Shakial Taylor, two players who exercised the COVID-19 opt-out clause last season.

Scott had two catches over five games for the Giants in 2019. The Giants claimed Taylor off waivers from the Broncos last July, but he opted out before ever taking the field in training camp.

Per the agreement between the NFL and the Players Association, players who opted out of 2020 and received a $150,000 stipend must pay back that cash advance if they are released in 2021. Players who were deemed high-risk to contract COVID-19 — such as Giants left tackle Nate Solder — and received a $350,000 stipend do not need to pay back the money.

It is unclear if Scott and Taylor were considered high-risk.