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2-Deep New York Giants Depth Chart

By Jon Dove

Jun 6, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Ben McAdoo speaks to the media after organized team activities at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 6, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Ben McAdoo speaks to the media after organized team activities at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 20, 2015; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) reacts after blocking a pass by Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Giants 38-35. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) reacts after blocking a pass by Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Giants 38-35. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

Defensive End
Starters: Olivier Vernon and Jason Pierre-Paul
Backups: Owa Odighizuwa and Kerry Wynn

The Giants have a lot of money tied up in the defensive line and are expecting this group to produce. They hope that the combination of Olivier Vernon and Jason Pierre-Paul will keep offenses out of rhythm.

Anything less than 10 sacks each would be a major disappointment.

I’m a big believer in Owa Odighizuwa who’s an explosive athlete still working to perfect his craft. He’s a versatile player who can work off the edge or move inside on passing downs. This versatility means Odighizuwa should see plenty of action.

Defensive Tackle
Starters: Johnathan Hankins and Damon Harrison
Backups: Jay Bromley and Louis Nix

It’s going to be nearly impossible for teams to run up the middle against the Giants defense. Johnathan Hankins and Damon Harrison are massive defensive tackle who are elite run defenders.

These two will also make life much easier for New York’s linebackers. They are impossible to move off the line of scrimmage and are capable of occupying blockers. The concern is it’s hard to know how much both will be on the field at the same time.

Opponents could choose to spread the Giants out and feature a pass-heavy attack. This would force New York to bring in defensive lineman with more pass rush ability.

Next: Linebacker

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