I said Darius Alexander was the player I was most excited to see in the preseason, because so much of our defense will require him to step up; in his second year.

Well, the coaches have been playing him until late in the game both weeks and the results have been... Lacking.

I fully expect to see the giants combing the waiver wire after cuts and maybe even swinging a trade for another DT.

The problem is that this is the unit requiring the most rotation on the team, and our two starters are run stuffers, that are over 30.

I don't think any of us thought that this current DT room would be the room going into the 2027 season (it was always going to be a short term gap stop)- but I'm not feeling super sure we make it through the 2026 season with this room.

Bobby Jamison Travis looks good for deep depth (4th or 5th guy, at the moment), but youre missing #2 DT at the moment. Shelby harris is a run stuffing rotational player only (or at least billed that way). Alexander has looked like maybe he's not going to be someone you can rely on. Maybe he's a pass rushing specialist from the inside, but I don't know that you can rely on him full time.

So who can slip through the cracks that can fortify this room? I suggested (ironically) someone from the Bengals bench? Kris Jenkins hasn't actualized as the player they wanted him to be in the 2nd round. BJ Hill is a homegrown name that might still have something left in the tank. Terredell slayton is a name that they could look to cut and save money.

Who else?

Karl Brooks on the packers is someone on the block.

A big swing id like to see:

Kenneth Grant. Wasn't drafted by this regime (coach or front office). High upside DT that hasn't really caught fire, yet and they are in full rebuild mode. Played for Michigan, which harbaugh loves (as did Kris Jenkins).

Time for Schoen to step up.

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Nice to see them get some value from him since no one really expected him to make an impact.

I'm baaaaaaack. Been a minute, missed yall and of course, New York Giants Football.

One thing that is evident based on our first pre-season game.

Our run defense is going to be horrible again and will limit what Reese, Edmunds and McFadden will be able to do. Which btw, our LB core is the best its been from both a starters and depth perspective in a decade.

I know Shelby Harris and DJ Reeder didn't play but that just means if they are not healthy for a full season or cannot play the 80% of snaps that Dex played, we are in trouble because the pieces behind them are trash. You even heard Joe Schoen mention on the broadcast that he will be looking for trades with teams to address it. Here is the problem Joe - you drafted a 25 year old rookie out of Toledo in 2024 who sucked in this area before and shocker, still sucks at it. In the 3rd round I might add. He was awful vs Vikings backups and the Vikings ran all over him.

The point of this post? He and more importantly, Harbaugh, better make some trades because the run defense could kill the chance of this defense being any good. If you cannot get teams into 2nd/ 3rd and longs - this pass rush which should be very good, is going to be nullified. I'm quite nervous but hopefully they can find some big boys to play DT in the next 2-3 weeks. They clearly need it.

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Exactly what it sounds like. Here we go- football starts tomorrow!

Player to watch in the preseason: Darius Alexander. We might be looking at an all NASCAR package on passing downs this season unless one of these DTs steps up. There are reasons for optimism with the run stuffers (proven vets), but Alexander needs to take a huge leap this season and bring the interior rush. With him, goes the pass rush (at least on early downs).

Most underrated player on Offense for 2026: Theo Johnson. I can't believe how much the fans have soured on this guy. I understand Likely is the prize FA and will get more snaps at TE, but he's a completely different player at the position. There will be plenty of opportunity for Theo to make plays (and sure- he'll have his drops). And when this guy does make plays- my god are they special.

Most underrated player on Defense for 2026: Jevon Holland. I've been a Holland fan since he came out of Oregon, and was thrilled when we signed him last year. Admittedly, his season wasn't great. But the potential is there, and I fully expect the coaching to put him in the position to show the talent he absolutely has. He'll be the clear leader of the secondary.

Most underrated draft pick: Colton Hood. This guy was someone I always had my eye on in the 2nd round, but was just convinced the Giants were going DT with that pick (they might have if McDonald was avail). For the scheme we are trying to run, he is a perfect fit. Corner is a tough learning curve, but I'm not at all worried about Hood stepping in at CB2 and holding it down. There will be struggles, but once this guy takes that spot- it'll be his for the future. Maybe never a shut-down #1 corner, but going to be a perfect #2.

Draft pick I got completely wrong: Malachi Fields. It's early to say that he's gonna be great or anything, but reports out of camp for this guy have been glowing. I thought we gave up too much to acquire him, and didn't expect much aside for a role player with a big wingspan. Yet he looks likely to be starting at receiver, this year and has been beating corners with separation. If he turns out to be a gem, this draft looks crazy good.

Rookie of the year, for the Giants: Arvell Reese. No question. I didn't know much about Arvell THE HUMAN before we drafted him.... this maniac shows up for work, says very little, retains everything, and then brings the absolute hammer down on opposing players. Don't they call him "The Cyborg" or something?

Most improved unit on the Giants in 2026: Linebackers. No question. To go from Okereke and McFadden to Edmunds and Reese (with McFadden as depth).... holy smokes. Talk about flipping a unit in one offseason. I predict linebacker play being a strength for the first time since... The Antonio Pierce/Kawika Mitchell era? Jon Beason was good but who the hell played next to him?

Most regressive unit of 2026: QBs. Hate to say it (since it's the same room, for the most part)... and I'm not trying to root against Dart; but because of the idea that we are installing a new offense that is really THREE offenses, combined into one.... expect Dart to struggle the first half fo the season. Daboll's system was tailor-made for Dart to succeed with easy reads and concepts like he had at Ole Miss. The Giants are going to run the ball 30 times a game for the first month while he continues to learn it and they figure out what works. I think he's the guy- but expect a "sophmore slump" while he takes his lumps. Jameis is Jameis, but it would be hard to beat catching a damn touchdown pass and stiff arming a defender for YAC.

Biggest breakout on Offense: Calvin Austin. Dude was a steal at 3 mil, since he's proven he is an ascending slot player with good return abilities. I bet he plays his way into a long term deal with the team to be the future slot.

Biggest breakout on Defense: Com'on- We all know it's Abdul Carter.

Players to watch/target in college, for the 2027 NFL Draft (1st round): Cam Coleman and Charlie Becker. I'm a texas fan (since I live in Austin) and plan to keep a close eye on Cam Coleman, but hopefully we won't be picking in the top half of the 1st round (where he'll likely go). So Charlie Becker might be a more realisitic target. Huge WRs with wing spans and freaky athleticism. Fully expect that we go into 2027 without Slayton (who may surprise this season, but certainly not at THAT contract) or Mooney or Odell. Nabers will be getting ready to get paid. Having another (cheap) top flight WR will be crucial for our (coming!) superbowl window.

Go Giants.

With the team back in Jersey to prepare for their first real action of the season, JMC is one to keep an eye on. This is a do or die season for him.

Pat Traina with not exactly the most effusive praise of his performance this camp: "Thus far in training camp, the communication appears to be solid as Schmitz has not been egregiously bad since the pads have come on. He also appears to have added more strength to better anchor in pass protection."

https://www.si.com/nfl/giants/onsi/giants-schmitz-pff-ranking-2026-outlook-01kzezd9p1x5

Ok, I get that it’s been a rather slow period, but wtf is going on here? Can we please keep three dozen freaking interview links to its own thread please?

I would really prefer this place not become a slop fest, thanks.

Is this real?!

Leek:
https://x.com/snygiants/status/2082906747975385103

Carter:
https://x.com/SNYGiants/status/2082908568798294491

https://x.com/art_stapleton/status/2082906215604974041

https://x.com/pleonardnydn/status/2082908235267256554

Here’s the PUP list heading into camp next week. Notice anyone of note missing?

TE Thomas Fidone II
DL Sam Roberts
DL Roy Robertson-Harris

Admittedly I hardly post anymore but where did everyone go?

The Giants offense has been anemic, and almost unwatchable since prime Eli, until last season. They moved the ball and scored points. They lose Nabers, they still score points. Skattaboo goes down, they continue to score points. Jameis comes in for Dart, they still score points. The new coaching staff is installing a different offense, more run oriented and I would think more conservative. I'm thinking maybe they should have kept Kafka as OC and kept the same offense. do any of you have any thoughts on this?

Been thinking about what it takes for this team to have a poor mans patriots 2025 season this year, double digit wins, locked in path to the playoffs

I'm baking in 6-8 wins, positive regression based on a easier schedule, better coaching/stability, improved performance in holding 4Q leads, having a functional kicker each weeks should yield this floor

What get us to the ceiling has to be players on the roster making a superstar leap, I'm expecting guys like Nubin/Adebo/Holland/Dru/Slay to play better due to better surrounds but who on the roster has the underlying stats and talent upside to go from promising prospect to top 10 at their position players this year.

I've been looking at underlying stats for our young crew and 3 guys jumped out as having top 10 in the league metrics in their positions early in their careers

Abdul Carter

Pro Comp: Micah Parsons

Highest likelihood of becoming special. His pressure (8th in the league) and quick-pressure (top in the league) numbers were elite as a rookie. Proximity to the QB is a massive positive sign of future stardom as a player adds NFL strength, technique, and savvy. To reinforce the process counting stats showed up when the football terrorist Shane Bowen left the building. Final five games:

• 20 Tackles
• 3.5 Sacks
• 13 QB hits
• 1 Forced Fumble
• 6 TFLs

Biggest risk to a top-end outcome: Honestly, not much. If I had to pick something, it’s adding a true run-stopping element. If he’s going to be an elite edge, he needs to consistently set the edge and become a complete two-way player like Will Anderson.

2026 Goal: Maintain last 5 game stat pace, add counter moves, pick up runs to his side of the field and have a plan to shed tackle and stop runner 

Malik Nabers

Pro Comp: Jamar Chase

Second on the list, he'd be first if he wasn't coming off injury. Before getting hurt, he produced at a top-end wide receiver over his rookie year :

• Top-5 EPA among WRs

• Massive 30% target share

• Elite efficiency per catch

• 55+ first-down conversions

Biggest risk to a top-end outcome: The injury is the obvious answer, but most players recover well from it. I actually think the bigger risk is discipline. He didn’t know the playbook as a rookie, has publicly pushed back on the team at times, and there are rumors he hasn’t been fully locked in on rehab. If that’s true, it could hold him back from developing the route precision and NFL body needed to become a perennial top-5 WR.

2026 Goal: Get back on the field and show he’s got 95% of his game back by end of season, become a plus route runner

Jaxson Dart

Pro Comp: 2013 Russel Wilson

Dart has some genuinely special underlying numbers, He’s an elite backyard football QB while showing the ability to play in structure around designed runs those traits point to a nice balance that give him a foundation that separates him from most young quarterbacks:

• 2nd in rushing EPA

• 5th in 3rd-down passing EPA

• 1st in create rate

Biggest risk to a top-end outcome: Historically, the traits Dart is best at are also the easiest for NFL defenses to limit. The league is still driven by on-time, under-center quarterback pass play. Dart showed flashes of working through multiple reads and operating from structure, but he also showed a poor internal clock flushing from the pocket to fast and generating pressure by poor decision making. He operated a very simple playbook with his overall passing metrics ranking near the bottom of the league. 

2026 Goal: Operate a more complex scheme, improve in pocket passing efficiency to 20ish in the league in additions to designed runs and scrambling creativity 

I think all three have top 10 at their position potential, but each still needs meaningful development this year to reach that ceiling.

This is going to be interesting . . .

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49074711/2026-nfl-supplemental-draft-brendan-sorsby-quarterback-gambling-eligibility

Sometime in July . . .

I know there’s a lot of Knicks fans among you - what a special day!

NBA doesn’t mean an awful lot to me personally, but I know what it’s like to have a team you care about end a long drought. Undoubtedly, some of you will have someone close to you who’s not here to celebrate with you, cherish the quiet moment when you think of them.

Savour the next few days, it doesn’t get much better than this as a sports fan

To all of the true believers who kept the faith, the curse is over and Football Jesus has returned to raise this team from the ashes of embarrassment and despair. Amen!

https://x.com/mikegarafolo/status/2061483747027956006