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Giants make the right moves to fix their defense in free agency — up next, quarterback | SNY.tv
General manager Joe Schoen received said message. Fixing Big Blue’s bruised and battered defense was clearly among the offseason’s top priorities. Free agency was his first chance to see that through. That group isn’t just better – it’s good, at least on paper. Maybe best: They’re young. Bobby Okereke (28) and Rakeem Nunez-Roches (31) are their oldest projected starters. This doesn’t mean the Giants are destined for the playoffs or ready to compete with the Commanders and Eagles in the NFC East, but they’ve taken a step in the right direction on that side of the ball.
Why the Commanders Could Be Close to a Super Bowl | SI.com
If Aaron Rodgers picks the New York Giants, I’m not sure where Russell Wilson lands. Maybe Pittsburgh swallows hard and brings him back. But other than that? I know the Tennessee Titans don’t have any interest. The Cleveland Browns just traded for Kenny Pickett and, I think, could be waiting to see what happens with Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons. And I don’t feel like there’d be much for him as a backup out there.
Darius Slayton, Giants reunite: Why WR is a perfect fit next to Malik Nabers | The Athletic
Slayton’s ability as a field-stretcher is an ideal complement to Nabers’ all-around dominance. Slayton’s 15 yards per catch average is tied for sixth highest in the NFL since he entered the NFL.
Slayton also provides important intangibles to a locker room that has seen an exodus of homegrown talent in recent years. Slayton was a particularly valuable resource for Nabers, often helping the talented rookie line up before the snap.
Chauncey Golston: What to know about new NY Giants defensive lineman | The Record
It’d be a surprise if Golston played on the edge with Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux, but his physicality gives defensive coordinator Shane Bowen a chess piece to play next to Dexter Lawrence in pass rush situations. That’s not to say Golston can’t stand up and play outside, but it will be interesting to see where he fits. He does have the ability to set the edge and provided punch for the Cowboys in their defensive rotations a year ago. Under former defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, Golston played more defensive tackle. While he was not as productive on the stat sheet, by playing in multiple spots his appeal goes beyond the numbers at this point.
Grading 2025 NFL Free-Agency Signings and Trades for Day 2 of Tampering Period | Bleacher Report
S Jevon Holland, three years, $45 million Grade: A
Big Blue selected Tyler Nubin in the second round of the 2024 draft. He played both safety positions and made a notable impact with his run support. Holland will complement him on the back end with his ability to track the ball. The Giants needed someone like Xavier McKinney, whom they lost in free agency last offseason. Holland can fill that void and immediately help a defense that finished 21st in points allowed and 24th in yards allowed last season.
Around the league
Defensive tackle Solomon Thomas agrees to terms | Blogging The Boys
Dallas adding ex-Broncos RB Javonte Williams to replace Rico Dowdle, per report | CBSSports.com
Cowboys, KaVontae Turpin finalizing three-year deal | Pro Football Talk
Eagles trading DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson to Texans for OL Kenyon Green | NFL.com
Washington Commanders Free Agency: Saints S Will Harris agrees to 2-year deal | Hogs Haven
Justin Simmons says Eagles, Commanders ‘high on the list’ in 2025 NFL free agency | CBSSports.com
Vikings beef up trenches with Jonathan Allen, Javon Hargrave additions in free agency | NFL.com
Vikings agree to terms with guard Will Fries on 5-year, $88 million deal: Source | The Athletic
Report: Tyrann Mathieu agrees to reworked deal to stick with Saints in 2025 | Pro Football Talk
Chargers CB Kristian Fulton agrees to 2-year deal with Chiefs | ESPN.com
Chase Young sticks with Saints on 3-year, $51 million deal: Source | The Athletic
Browns expected to land Kirk Cousins if Falcons release QB, per report | CBSSports.com
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