NFL Preview: New York Giants

New York Giants 


Key Additions:
CB Prince Amukamara (draft)
C Davis Baas (FA)


Key Departures:
TE Kevin Boss 
DT Barry Cofield
C Shaun O'Hara
G Rich Seubert 
WR Steve Smith 
CB Terrell Thomas (injury)


Report:
You think New York would like a play redo? If not for DeSean Jackson's "Miracle at New Meadowlands" the Giants would have had a chance to win, go 11-5, and make the playoffs. Playoffs is what the Giants aspire for this season, and it relies heavily on QB Eli Manning. Manning passed for over 4,000 yards last season, but led the league with 25 INT. Making life easier for Manning are running backs Ahmad Bradshaw and Brandon Jacobs. The duo of Bradshaw and Jacobs is a great combination of smash n' dash. New York lost some depth at wide receiver when Steve Smith left for Philadelphia. Hakeem Nicks proved last season that he can be a number one wide receiver, and Mario Manningham as a number two. They need Victor Cruz and Domenik Hixon to step up be a reliable third receiver. The Giants need to fill a whole after TE Kevin Boss left. They plan to have Travis Beckum to take that role. The offensive line lost some longtime starters, but still looks to be good. The question mark of the line is T Will Beatty. 


Defense was a strong suit for the Giants. The defensive line caused a lot of turnovers and put countless pressure on opponents. DE Justin Tuck is back and DE Jason Pierre-Paul will have to replace Osi Umenyiora until he returns. Chris Canty and Linvall Joseph are at defensive tackle. Linebackers Michael Boley, Mathias Kiwanuka, and Jonathan Goff are a consistent group. The secondary suffered a major blow when Terrell Thomas was injured for the season. Luckily, the Giants have CB's Aaron Ross and Prince Amukamara to fill the void. Kenny Phillips returns at safety along with Pro Bowler Antrel Rolle. 


K Lawrence Tynes has good and bad memories with the Giants. At punter Matt Dodge is battling for his starting spot after his mess up against the Giants. KR's Danny Ware and Jerrel Jernigan will try to make things interesting. 


Review:
The Giants were one game away from making the playoffs last season which gives them reasons to be positive. Eli Manning needs to cut down on his turnovers and the running game need to be consistent. The defense looks good, but how can they replace Osi and will they be able to not have depth at corner. 


Division Finish: TBA