Gene Clemons

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Gene "Coach" Clemons has been involved with the game of football for 30 years as a player, coach, evaluator, and journalist. Clemons has spent time writing for the Worcester Telegram and Gazette, Bridgton News, Urbana Daily Citizen, Macon Telegraph and Football Gameplan. He is the host of "A Giant Issue" podcast appearing on the New York Giants On SI YouTube channel.

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (1) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Every year in free agency, there are winners and losers. This isn't just about the players who sign massive new deals or the teams that lose valuable pieces to

Nov 3, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) and =safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) celebrate after tackling Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) on the one yard line on fourth down the during the half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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We take a look at some positives and a negative from the Giants recent acquisition at safety.

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) poses for a television camera with cornerback Jaylon Johnson (1) after recovering a fumble against the Green Bay Packers during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

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The New York Giants were moving and shaking over the first day of free agency. They dipped into new head coach John Harbaugh’s former Ravens roster to look for

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has joined the Giants.

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We look at the positives and negative of the Giants newest pass catcher.

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Greg Newsome II (6) enters the stadium before an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

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With Cor'dale Flott signing with the Tennessee Titans, the Giants pivoted to another option to fill the hole through free agency.

Sep 14, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) before the game against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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This Pro Bowl-level performer would be an upgrade but not worth the Giants overpaying to get him.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III

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Signing high profile running back Kenneth Walker in free agency would send the wrong message.

Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Leo Chenal (54) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium.

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With the release of Bobby Okereke and Micah McFadden being an unrestricted free agent this young linebacker makes too much sense.

Carolina Panthers defensive end A'Shawn Robinson was one a member of the New York Giants defense.

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The Giants should look to bolster it's run defense on the interior with a familiar face on the defensive line.

Jan 5, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants guard Jake Kubas (63) and guard Jermaine Eluemunor (72) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Giants may want to proceed with caution if they are considering an offensive line rebuild.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia celebrates with Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) following the NCAA football game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 1, 2025.

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The Giants have parted ways with linebacker Bobby Okereke, but fortunately, there are linebackers in every round of this year's draft class who could continue carrying the torch.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles (LB25) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Draft

The Giants were able to draft seven players who fills needs at linebacker, receiver, offensive line, and even running back.

Gene Clemons

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

How Much Did Giants' Free Agency Activity Alter Their Draft Plans?

The Good, The Great, and The Ugly of Giants WR Darnell Mooney's Game

Giants Wide Receiver Calvin Austin III: The Good, The Great, and The Ugly

Cornerback Greg Newsome II: The Good, The Great, and The Ugly

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Giants Winners and Losers Since Start of Free Agency

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The Good, The Great, and The Ugly of Giants DB Ar'Darius Washington's Game

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The Good, The Great, and The Ugly of Giants LB Tremaine Edmunds' Game

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The Good, The Great, and The Ugly of New Giants TE Isaiah Likely's Game

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Giants' Pivoting to CB Greg Newsome II is a Solid, Underrated Move

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One Free-Agent the Giants Must Let Someone Else Overpay

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This Free Agency Rumor Should Terrify Giants Fans

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A Free Agent Signing That Makes Too Much Sense for the Giants

Former Giants Defender Would be Perfect Free-agent Fit for Many Reasons

A Risky Free Agency Strategy the Giants Might Be Quietly Considering

Best Linebacker Prospects in Every Round Who Could Fit into Giants' Defense

Giants 7-round, No-trade, Post-combine Mock Draft