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    Brandon Olsen

    Brandon Olsen is the founder of Whole Nine Sports, specializing in NFL Draft coverage, and is the host of the Locked On Gators Podcast. 

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    COO John Mara, General Manager, Joe Schoen, and Head Coach, Brian Daboll

    2024 NFL Draft Preview: What To Expect In Round 1

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    North Carolina Tar Heels QB Drake Maye

    New York Giants Draft Preview: QB Drake Maye

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    Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Trevin Wallace recovers the fumble and moves the ball against Florida Saturday

    New York Giants Draft Preview: LB Trevin Wallace

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    Sep 23, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Javion Cohen (70)

    New York Giants Draft Preview: IOL Javion Cohen

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    TCU CB Josh Newton

    New York Giants Draft Preview: CB Josh Newton

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    Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ainias Smith

    New York Giants Draft Preview: WR Ainias Smith

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    Florida Gators offensive lineman Kingsley Eguakun

    New York Giants Draft Preview: IOL Kingsley Eguakun

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    Kansas State senior offensive guard Cooper Beebe keeps Kansas redshirt senior defensive tackle Phillips out of the backfield

    New York Giants Draft Preview: IOL Cooper Beebe

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    Michigan Wolverines WR Roman Wilson

    New York Giants Draft Preview: WR Roman Wilson

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    Defensive back Terrion Arnold (3)

    New York Giants Draft Preview: CB Terrion Arnold

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    New York Giants Draft Preview: WR Troy Franklin

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    New York Giants Draft Profile: QB Caleb Williams

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    Tigers receiver Malik Nabers

    Three NFL Draft Picks Who Could Change the New York Giants' Roster Complexion

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    Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey

    New York Giants Draft Preview: WR Ladd McConkey

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    From left to right: Giants COO John Mara, GM Joe Schoen, and head coach Brian Daboll

    Making the Case: The Best Option for Giants in Round 1

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    Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.

    Which First-round Receiver Makes Most Sense for New York Giants?

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    Bo Nix of Oregon at the Senior Bowl

    New York Giants Draft Preview: QB Bo Nix

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    Receiver Julio Jones

    A History of the Best and Worst Sixth Overall Picks

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    The NFL Draft stage near Cadillac Square and Campus Martius in Detroit.

    Best Day 3 Positional Values for New York Giants

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    Wide receiver Adonai Mitchell

    How Low in Draft Order Would Giants Need to Go to Draft a WR1?

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    Giants Country Big Board (Top 50 Draft Prospects)

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    Malik Nabers | Michael Hickey/GettyImages

    New York Giants Draft Prospect: WR Malik Nabers

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    Tyler Nubin | David Berding/GettyImages

    New York Giants Draft Prospect: SAF Tyler Nubin

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    Feb 1, 2024; Mobile, AL, USA; American running back Ray Davis of Kentucky (21) works in running drills during practice for the American team at Hancock Whitney Stadium.
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    New York Giants Draft Prospect: RB Ray Davis

    By Brandon Olsen
    Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) runs for a first down during the second quarter of their game Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Wisconsin beat Minnesota 28-14.
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    New York Giants Draft Prospect: RB Braelon Allen

    By Brandon Olsen
    Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) celebrate after a sack against the Washington Commanders during the second half at FedExField.
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    New York Giants Free Agency/Draft Preview: Edge Help a Top Priority

    By Brandon Olsen
    Aug 5, 2022; Canton, OH, USA; The 2022 NFL Draft cards of first-round picks Travon Walker (Jacksonville Jaguars), Aidan Hutchinson (Detroit Lions), Derek Stingley (Texans) and Ahmad Gardner (Jets) on display at the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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    Brandon Olsen's Post-Combine Giants Mock Draft

    By Brandon Olsen
    Mar 3, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia offensive lineman Amarius Mims (OL50) during the 2024 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    NFL Combine Day 4 Testing Notes: Offensive Line

    By Brandon Olsen
    Mar 2, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A general overall view of Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts and the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
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    NFL Combine Day 3 Testing Notes

    By Brandon Olsen
    Mar 1, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; The Indiana Convention Center marquee sign during the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
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    Day 2 Combine Testing Notes: Defensive Backs and Tight Ends

    By Brandon Olsen
    Feb 28, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A general overall view of Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts and site of the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
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    NFL Combine Day 1: Defensive Linemen and Linebackers Performance Notes

    By Brandon Olsen
    Sep 22, 2019; Tampa, FL, USA; General view of New York Giants helmets on the bench prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
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    New York Giants Free Agency/Draft Preview: More Depth in the Interior Offensive Line Needed

    By Brandon Olsen
    Feb 28, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen speaks to the press at the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    NFL Combine Interests for the New York Giants

    By Brandon Olsen
    Jul 29, 2022; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll talks to quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Facility.
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    New York Giants Top Free-agent Quarterback Options

    By Brandon Olsen
    Jan 30, 2024; Mobile, AL, USA; National linebacker Payton Wilson of North Carolina St (11) drills during practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium.
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    New York Giants Draft Prospect: LB Payton Wilson

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen (right) looks on before the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium.
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    Post-Senior Bowl New York Giants Mock Draft

    By Brandon Olsen
    Feb 1, 2024; Mobile, AL, USA; American head coach Terrell Williams of the Tennessee Titans talks with his team after the third and final practice Thursday for the American team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. The team will play the National squad in the 2024 Senior Bowl in the same stadium Saturday.
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    Senior Bowl Day 3 Practice Report

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    Senior Bowl Practice Report: Day 2

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    Senior Bowl Day 1 Practice Report

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 2, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) pre game at MetLife Stadium.
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    How Do New York Giants Stack Up at Pillar Positions?

    By Brandon Olsen
    Quarterback Jayden Daniels 5 as the LSU Tigers take on Texas A&M in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, November 25, 2023.
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    Is Jayden Daniels a Good Fit for Giants at Quarterback?

    By Brandon Olsen
    Jan 26, 2021; Mobile, Alabama, USA; Reese s flags fly above Hancock Whitney Stadium for Senior Bowl week. The first day s practices were moved indoors with no media access due to weather concerns.
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    An Early Look at Senior Bowl Prospects to Watch for New York Giants

    By Brandon Olsen
    Nov 25, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws a pass against the North Carolina State Wolfpack during the first half at Carter-Finley Stadium.
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    Which Draft Underclassmen Would Be Ideal Fits for Giants?

    By Brandon Olsen
    Jan 15, 2022; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier prior to an AFC Wild Card playoff football game against the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium.
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    Six Potential Candidates to Replace Wink Martindale as Giants Defensive Coordinator

    By Brandon Olsen
    W.K. Kellogg Foundation Michigan Director Faye Nelson takes the stage as Detroit Sports Commission and Visit Detroit during a press conference at Ford Field on Monday, Nov. 27. Today marks 150 days until the 2024 NFL Draft that will take place in Detroit April 25-27, 2024.
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    Brandon Olsen's New York Giants Mock Draft, Version 4.0

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 31, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) runs for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    Giants Offense vs. Eagles Defense: The Second Time Around

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 15, 2019; Landover, MD, USA; Philadelphia Eagles players helmets rest on the bench against the Washington Redskins in the first quarter at FedExField.
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    Giants Defense vs. Eagles Offense: The Second Time Around

    By Brandon Olsen
    Sep 13, 2020; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald (99) reacts after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium. The Rams defeated the Cowboys 20-17.
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    New York Giants Week 17: Examining the Los Angeles Rams Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 21, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at SoFi Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 16: Examining the Los Angeles Rams Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Nov 7, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox (91) against the Los Angeles Chargers at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    New York Giants Week 16: Examining the Philadelphia Eagles Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 11, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) scrambles for yards in front of New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during the first half at MetLife Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 16: Examining the Philadelphia Eagles Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 10, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at the Caesars Superdome.
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    New York Giants Week 15: Examining the New Orleans Saints Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 3, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) rushes against New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson (96) during the second half at the Caesars Superdome.
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    New York Giants Week 15: Examining the New Orleans Saints Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) makes an adjustment at the life during the first quarter of their game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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    New York Giants Week 14: Examining the Green Bay Packers Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark (97) sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first quarter of their game Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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    New York Giants Week 14: Examining the Green Bay Packers Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; A general overall view of the main stage at the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station.
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    Brandon Olsen's New York Giants Mock Draft, Version 3.0

    By Brandon Olsen
    Sep 10, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. (3) prepares for a game against the Philadelphia Eagles during the warm-up period at Gillette Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 12: Examining the New England Patriots Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Nov 12, 2023; Frankfurt, Germany; New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) leaves the field after an NFL International Series game against the Indianapolis Colts at Deutsche Bank Park.
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    New York Giants Week 12: Examining the New England Patriots Offense

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    NFL draft prospects Drake Maye (left) from North Carolina and Caleb Williams (right) from USC.
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    Caleb Williams or Drake Maye: Which Should Giants Draft if Eyeing a QB?

    By Brandon Olsen
    Jul 27, 2023; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young (99) and Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) do extra work after morning practice during day two of Commanders training camp at OrthoVirginia Training Center.
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    New York Giants Week 11: Examining the Washington Commanders Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 15, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 11: Examining the Washington Commanders Offense

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    Nov 20, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) celebrates a touchdown with running back Tony Pollard (20) during the third quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 10: Examining the Dallas Cowboys Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Nov 5, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) stops Philadelphia Eagles running back D'Andre Swift (0) short of the goal line during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    New York Giants Week 10: Examining the Dallas Cowboys Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 28, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium.
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    Brandon Olsen's New York Giants Mock Draft 2.0

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 17, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) reacts after a play in the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.
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    New York Giants Week 9: Examining the Las Vegas Raiders Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 30, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (8) runs with the ball as Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) chases during the first half at Ford Field.
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    New York Giants Week 9: Examining the Las Vegas Raiders Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Sean Spencer says Leonard Williams Putting It All Together
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    Giants Earn High Grade for Trade of Leonard Williams

    By Brandon Olsen
    Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; A general overall view of the main stage at the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station.
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    A Super Early 2024 Giants Mock Draft

    By Brandon Olsen
    New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) walks off the field after the first day of mandatory minicamp at the Giants training center in East Rutherford on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.
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    A Look at OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux's Impact on the Giants Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Dec 22, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (1) looks up in front of New York Jets wide receiver Jeff Smith (16) during the first half at MetLife Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 8: Examining the New York Jets Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 15, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) shovel passes the ball to running back Breece Hall (20) in front of Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox (91) during the second half at MetLife Stadium.
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    New York Giants Week 8: Examining the New York Jets Offense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 11, 2020; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Football Team defensive end Chase Young (99) cheers from the sidelines against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half at FedExField.
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    New York Giants Week 7: Examining the Washington Commanders Defense

    By Brandon Olsen
    Oct 1, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders offensive tackle Saahdiq Charles (77) and wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) recover a fumble in the end zone past Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) for a touchdown during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    New York Giants Week 7: Examining the Washington Commanders Offense

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