The Super Bowl has officially concluded, marking the end of another tremendous NFL season. Teams are now shifting gears to the offseason, making plans for free agency and the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.
For the New York Giants, this was a season to forget. Between a dismal season on the field and the circus revolving around their decision regarding Saquon Barkley, the Giants are reeling as an organization. They could use some good news their way in the upcoming offseason.
How do they turn things around and get back into the playoffs?
The Giants have to figure out the future of the franchise under center. They might as well take a gamble on a toolsy prospect like Cam Ward and see if they can unlock his potential with some sneaky good weapons around him.
The Giants' offensive line is still a key area of weakness for the team, although it is slowly starting to turn the corner as the team has invested more into it. They are missing a couple pieces at right tackle and guard. Fortunately, Marcus Mbow has the talent to be able to handle either position at a high level.
With Darius Slayton likely departing in free agency, the Giants could use another outside perimeter threat who can open defenses up vertically with his catch radius and coordination. Tre Harris can be a dependable second option for the Giants with Malik Nabers occupying most of the attention from defenses.
Deonte Banks is starting to come into form as the team's top cornerback option, but the rest of the team's options on the perimeter are pending free agents or unproven. They should invest in finding a capable running mate opposite of Banks.
Nohl Williams is a hot riser after standing out at the East-West Shrine Bowl with great size and production.
Tyler Nubin put together a good rookie season, but the rest of the Giants' safety room needs plenty of work before it becomes a dependable unit. Malachi Moore is an alignment-flexible defensive back who isn't afraid to fly down and play the run. He would form an intriguing young tandem with Nubin.
The Giants' starting pass-rush tandem is set with Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux, but the depth behind them falls apart in free agency, with multiple players set to depart. Elijah Ponder was another Shrine Bowl standout with good length and quickness to his game.
It's never a bad idea to double-dip into the offensive line, especially when you're a team struggling there as badly as the Giants have been. Tim McKay has experience playing at both guard and tackle, making him a solid swing option to invest in on Day Three as the team fills out their depth up front.
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