The extent of the injury is not known, but reports indicate Pierre-Paul burned his palm and three fingers, and another finger could have nerve damage. He did not lose any fingers.

Pierre-Paul went to the hospital, according to NFL.com. The injury does not appear to be career threatening, according to a tweet from Adam Shefter, who covers the NFL for ESPN.

Pierre-Paul is not under contract and the injury could impact his future with the Giants, according to NFL.com.

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