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general manager Dave Gettleman knew coming into his first season with the Giants that he wasn’t going to be able to fix everything that was wrong with the franchise.So he rolled the dice in some areas http://www.authenticsnewyorkgiants.com/cheap-aldrick-rosas-jersey , such as at safety. Unfortunately for Gettleman and the Giants, their gamble at this position didn’t pay off. 2018 review2018 roster: Landon Collins, Curtis Riley, Michael Thomas, Sean Chandler, Kamrin Moore, Kenny Ladler The Giants gave up on oft-injured Darian Thompson, their third-round pick from 2016, which wasn’t a surprise. What was a surprise at this position was that Andrew Adams, who as a rookie had played well in place of Thompson but who didn’t get much of a chance in his second season once Thompson returned to full health, was sent packing as part of the final cuts in training camp.The move made little sense at the time, and it certainly wasn’t helped by the fact that Adams finished with four interceptions, tying him for fourth league-wide with seven other players (including Curtis Riley of the Giants).The Giants never did provide a solid explanation as to why they moved on from Adams http://www.authenticsnewyorkgiants.com/cheap-janoris-jenkins-jersey , but one theory that had been floating around was that he not only was more of a box safety, he didn’t do quite as good of a job as Riley in making the calls on the back end of the defense.Speaking of Riley, that’s about all he really had going for him. A young journeyman who converted from corner to safety this year, Riley looked every bit the player who was learning the position on the fly.2018 Position ReviewsPosition review: Offensive line remains a work in progress for GiantsAt wide receiver, Odell Beckham’s comeback, search for a No. 3 were top Giants’ storiesAt tight end, using Evan Engram better a key for GiantsRunning back review: Can Giants avoid turning Saquon Barkley into Barry Sanders?Giants position review: Quarterback — a future with or without Eli Manning?Position review: Giants have decisions to make with EDGE rushersGiants position review: Special teams were a bright spotPosition review: Giants D-line talent is promising, but thinPosition Review: Giants cornerbacks at a crossroadHe was only targeted 23 times in coverage, allowing 13 receptions for 165 yards, the previously mentioned four interceptions and a pass breakup. But where Riley’s performance struggled was in taking proper angles to the ball carrier.Per Pro Football Focus, Riley allowed 95 of the 165 yards thrown against him (58 percent) after the catch, which usually meant he was either taking poor angles or just not wrapping up properly on his tackles.And speaking of tackling, Riley led the Giants in missed tackles with 23 and it wasn’t even close. His poor angles continued even in those cases where he was the designated deep help on a play. Often Color Rush Riley Dixon Jersey , Riley would either be late in getting over or completely whiff on a chance to stop a receiver in his tracks.The final straw for the Giants came in Week 17 when Riley made what looked like a half-hearted tackle attempt. He was immediately yanked from the game by head coach Pat Shurmur and replaced by youngster Sean Chandler, who has some talent but who still needs polish to his game. Veteran Michael Thomas, who, by the way, proved to be the Giants best free-agent signing of 2018 for his special teams play and leadership alone. As a safety, Thomas didn’t fare that much better than Riley as he was targeted more — he allowed 63.6 percent of the pass targets against him to be completed for 180 yards, 74 after the catch and one touchdown, while picking off two balls and logging two pass breakups. Thomas, who came in for the injured Landon Collins, didn’t quite play on the same level as his younger teammate, largely because Collins was being asked to do so much, but Thomas didn’t really embarrass himself out there.Speaking of Collins, who will be an UFA this offseason Color Rush Landon Collins Jersey , once the Giants decided not to trade him, they often enough had him playing that Deon Grant pseudo linebacker type of role. Collins’ numbers might have lacked in the big-play department, but a look at the film showed that opponents were mostly staying away from his side of the field out of respect.2019 look aheadThe first item of business of the Giants agenda is to get Collins signed to a reasonably priced multi-year deal. Like Odell Beckham Jr. before him, Collins is coming off a season ending injury (shoulder). This is the second time in as many years that Collins was unable to complete a 16-game season, so it will be interesting to see if the Giants decide to franchise him or apply the transition tag instead. Equally as important will be getting a quality free safety to line up alongside of Collins. For as good as the Giants defensive co-captain has been, imagine how much better he would be with a quality partner alongside of him, like a Tyrann Mathieu or an Earl Thomas.The problem is that the Giants might not want to invest heavily in both their safeties, which if true, means they’ll probably plug a second-tier free agent into the spot given that this year’s draft class isn’t said to be a good one for teams in need of a safety.Thomas will be back as a depth player and Chandler will probably get another chance to grow into the NFL level position. Beyond that, the Giants will probably add some new depth both in free agency and after the draft in hopes of uncovering a hidden gem who can fortify the position for years to come.Giants news, 9/29: Russell Shepard teams with Odell Beckham again, more Good morning, New York Giants fans! Here are a few headlines for your Saturday.The band is back togetherRussell Shepard and Odell Beckham Jr. were teammates at LSU. With Cody Latimer (knee) already ruled out for Sunday Youth Sterling Shepard Jersey , Shepard will almost certainly be the third wide receiver on Sunday vs. the New Orleans Saints. After Beckham, Russell Shepard and Sterling Shepard the only receivers on the roster are Stacy Coley and newly-signed undrafted rookie Jawill Davis.Shepard is excited to line up with Beckham again.“Last time I played with Odell Beckham, we were like 20, 21 so extremely excited to get to go out there and make plays for this team, help put this team in great position going down this big run,” Shepard said.Shurmur: Giants need to maintain urgencyAt 0-2, the Giants knew they desperately needed a victory last Sunday vs. the Houston Texans. They got it. Now, coach Pat Shurmur believes a key heading into this weekend’s game vs. New Orleans is to keep that mentality.“You have to play with the same urgency and confidence as you did the week before. So part of what you try to do is if you believe in the work that’s necessary to get you to Sunday, you have to try to replicate the work you did last week and make it even better. I think that’s where we’re at.”Around the Inter-GoogleNFL Week 4 picks, predictions: New York Giants vs. New Orleans Saints | Eli Manning or Drew Brees win QB showdown? | ESPN, CBS Sports, more | NJ.comThe Giants aim to build momentum against Drew Brees, Alvin Kamara Alec Ogletree Jersey , Michael Thomas and the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.History tells Giants just how far a little momentum can take themThe 2007 Tom Coughlin Giants were 0-2 when they staged that memorable goal-line stand on the road against the Redskins.“I think it just raised everybody up...Saints: NY Giants rookie Saquon Barkley is great, but not this SundayStar power on display for Giants-Saints at QB (Eli Manning, Drew Brees), WR (Odell Beckham Jr., Mike Thomas) and RB (Saquon Barkley, Alvin Kamara)NY Giants TE Garrett Dickerson's patience pays off as NFL long shotFormer Bergen Catholic star and Englewood native Garrett Dickerson's journey from rookie tryout to active roster culminates Sunday against the SaintsDamon Harrison: The New York Giants' one-man run-stopping machine - New York Giants Blog- ESPNThere's no room in the middle of the Giants' defensive line for opposing run games, so it might help New Orleans that it's more of a pass-first team.
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