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    Patricia Traina

    Patricia Traina has covered the New York Giants for over three decades for various media outlets. She is the host of the Locked On Giants podcast and the author of "The Big 50: New York Giants: The Men and Moments that Made the New York Giants" (Triumph Books, September 2020). View Patricia's full bio.

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    Giants Add Kentucky CB Andru Phillips in Third Round

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    Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Tyler Nubin (27)

    Giants Add Minnesota Safety Tyler Nubin in Second Round

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    Malik Nabers

    Giants WR Malik Nabers Makes NFL Dream Come True

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    Giants QB Daniel Jones

    Unpacking the Giants Pivoting Away from Quarterback in Round 1

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    LSU WR Malik Nabers goes to the Giants in the first round of the 2024 draft

    Welcome to the Naber-hood! Giants Select Malik Nabers in Round 1

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    New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen

    Patriots Reportedly Want What from Giants for Third Overall Pick?

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    Mailbag

    New York Giants Mailbag: Final 2024 Pre-Draft Edition

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    New York Giants guard Joshua Ezeudu

    New York Giants 2024 Draft Preview: Best Interior Offensive Line Fits

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    New York Giants offensive tackle Evan Neal

    New York Giants 2024 Draft Preview: Best Offensive Tackle Fits

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    North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye

    New York Giants Draft Rumors: Is Drake Maye the One?

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    LSU WR Malik Nabers

    New York Giants Take Receiver at No. 6 in SI.com's Newest Mock Draft

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    Darius Slayton

    New York Giants 2024 Draft Preview: Best Receiver Fits

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    Three Draft Scenarios New York Giants Must Avoid

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    Giants Edge Rushers Kayvon Thibodeaux and Brian Burns Preview New Celebratory Dance

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    New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll (right) and GM Joe Schoen

    Giants Can't Really Be Thinking of Ignoring the Quarterback Position, Right?

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    New York Giants Pre-Draft Mailbag Question: Trade Back in Round 1?

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    Giants coach Brian Daboll with Darren Waller

    New York Giants 2024 Draft Preview: Best Tight End Fits

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    New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen

    ESPN Proposes Boldest Trade Down Scenario for Giants Yet

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    Mailbag

    New York Giants Mailbag: Pre-Draft Edition

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    RB Devin Singletary

    New York Giants 2024 Draft Preview: Best Running Back Fits

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    New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones

    Action Will Speak Louder Than Words for Giants on Quarterback Decision

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    Washington Huskies wide receiver Rome Odunze

    What Did the Giants Do in the Annual Fan Nation Publishers Mock Draft?

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    New York Giants tight end Darren Waller

    Giants Continue to Wait on TE Darren Waller's Retirement Decision

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    New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen

    Joe Schoen Denies Having "Buyers Remorse" Over Daniel Jones Contract

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    Notre Dame's Joe Alt

    NFL.com Analyst Says This Player is Giants' Best Option at No. 6

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    Daniel Jones

    Giants Draft Preview: Best Quarterback Fits

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    New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton

    Darius Slayton Reportedly Seeks Contract Extension 

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    New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka

    Mike Kafka's Play-calling Duties Still Unknown for 2024

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    New York Giants helmet

    Giants Coordinators Define Characteristics Sought in Key Positions

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    New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones

    Daniel Jones Keeping Focus on His Rehab, Getting Ready for 2024

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    New York Giants tight end Darren Waller

    Brian Daboll Declines to Update Darren Waller's Status

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    New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones

    Why New York Giants MUST Draft a Quarterback

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    Southern California Trojans safety Calen Bullock

    Pro Football Focus Projects Day 2 and Day 3 Options for Giants

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    Mailbag

    New York Giants Mailbag: Pre-Draft Edition

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    Outside linebacker Matthew Adams

    Giants Sign LB Matthew Adams

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    What History Reveals About a First-Round Quarterback’s Success Rate

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    Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (97).

    Giants Sign Defensive Lineman Jordan Phillips

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    ESPN Offers Insight into What Giants Might Do in First Round of Draft

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    WR Miles Boykin

    Giants Sign WR Miles Boykin

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    New York Giants offensive line goes through drills.

    Joe Schoen Makes Honest Admission Regarding Giants' O-line Play

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    ESPN Weighs in on What New York Giants Should Do in Round 1

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    NFL Draft countdown clock in Campus Martius in Detroit

    Mock Draft Monday: Needs Focused

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    Why Giants Got Amazing Value in RB Devin Singletary

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    Bruce Feldman Mocks This Receiver to the Giants at Six

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    New York Giants Mailbag: "Grab Bag" Edition

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    WFAN Radio Host Implores Giants to Inquire About This Trade

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    Giants Re-sign LB Isaiah Simmons

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    Giants Agree to Terms with South Carolina RB Dante Miller

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    From left to right: New York Giants COO John Mara (left), General Manager Joe Schoen, and head coach Brian Daboll

    Former Giants Executive on What Giants Will Do in First Round

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    Xavier Legette

    Day 2 and 3 Receiver Candidates Who Would Be Good Fits for Giants

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    2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, New York Giants

    CBS Sports' Latest Giants Mock Draft Takes a Bold Direction

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    Dak Prescott (4)

    Dak to Giants in 2025 Free Agency? Rubbish!

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    Why Giants Weren't Involved in Stefon Diggs Trade

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    B/R Offers Interesting Trade Proposal to Get Giants into Bottom of Round 1

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    Dec 31, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (27)

    Two Giants Among Top 25 Performance-Based Pay Distributions for 2023

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    New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll (right) and general manager Joe Schoen.

    QB or Not QB? Is This Really a Question for New York Giants?

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    Julian Blackmon

    This Defensive Back Would Be a Good Fit for Giants

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    Mailbag

    New York Giants Mailbag: The New Kickoff Rule, Daniel Jones, and More

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    New York Giants players kneel after practice at Quest

    New York Giants Off-season Schedule Announced

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    J.J. McCarthy

    WFAN Radio Host Has This Worry About Giants Potential First-round Draft Pick

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    Dec 5, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; New York Giants tight end Kyle Rudolph (80) .

    Former Giants TE Kyle Rudolph Defends Daniel Jones

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    Daniel Jones

    B/R's One-sentence Advice to New York Giants Ahead of Draft

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    Brian Burns

    PFF Names These Moves as Favorite and Least Favorite for Giants

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    J.J. McCarthy | Maddie Meyer/GettyImages

    Brandon Jacobs Weighs in on J.J. McCarthy Possibly Landing with the Giants

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    Brian Daboll, Daniel Jones | Jim McIsaac/GettyImages

    Brian Daboll Thrives When Evaluating Quarterback Prospects

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    Brian Daboll, Dan Campbell | Nic Antaya/GettyImages

    Giants, Lions Planning Joint Training Camp Practices

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    Brian Daboll | Ron Jenkins/GettyImages

    Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll Considering Calling Plays in 2024

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    Brian Daboll | Cooper Neill/GettyImages

    Brian Daboll Says He’s Trying to Evolve in Role as Giants Head Coach

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    John K. Mara | Rich Schultz/GettyImages

    John Mara Breaks Silence at NFL Owners Meeting

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    John K. Mara | Rich Schultz/GettyImages

    John Mara Breaks Lengthy Silence at NFL Owners Meeting

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    NFL Logo | Ryan Kang/GettyImages

    Key NFL Rule Changes Include Extra Coach's Challenge, Hip Drop Ban

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    Daniel Jones

    PFN Offers Wild Solution to Giants' Daniel Jones "Dilemma"

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    2024 NFL Draft Logo

    Giants Have 12th Most Valuable Draft Capital Ahead of 2024 Draft

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    Saquon Barkley, Brian Daboll

    Brian Daboll Breaks Silence on Saquon Barkley Departure

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    Daniel Jones

    QB Daniel Jones Will Be Starter Once Healthy, Says Brian Daboll

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    Oct 7,, 2022; Thundridge, United Kingdom; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence at press conference at Hanbury Manor.
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    Giants Restructure IDL Dexter Lawrence's Contract

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    NFL Draft
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    Arizona Cardinals "Open for Business" Regarding Fourth Overall Pick

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    New York Giants jersey
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    A Look Behind Some of the Giants New Jersey Number Assignments

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    Nov 8, 2020; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants cornerback Darnay Holmes (30) smiles while leaving the field after the Giants' game against the Washington Football Team at FedExField.
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    Giants Re-sign CB Darnay Holmes; Lose OT Matt Peart

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    Who Have New York Giants Met with for Draft Visits?

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    Detroit local bakery Good Cakes and Bakes made 500 cookies for an event sponsored by the Detroit Sports Commission and Visit Detroit to 150 days until the 2024 NFL draft in Detroit in April, during a news conference at Ford Field on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023.
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    Mock Draft Monday: A Dream Scenario for Giants?

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    Joe Schoen (2)
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    Giants Winners and Losers After Initial Free Agency Push

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    Drew Lock
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    What Really Sold Drew Lock on Joining the Giants

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    New York Giants Mailbag: Post Free-Agency Edition

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    Sep 14, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Vikings center Austin Schlottmann (65) and guard Ezra Cleveland (72) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    New York Giants Add Two Interior O-linemen

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    Jan 13, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Devin Singletary (26) in a 2024 AFC wild card game against the Cleveland Browns at NRG Stadium.
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    Devin Singletary Focused on Helping Giants Win

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    Oct 1, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Denver Broncos tight end Chris Manhertz (84) makes a catch against Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) during the first half at Soldier Field.
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    Giants Sign TE Chris Manhertz

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    Dec 18, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock (2) looks to pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lumen Field.
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    Drew Lock Reveals What His Opportunity is with Giants

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    Oct 9, 2022; London, United Kingdom; Green Bay Packers guard Jon Runyan (76) blocks as quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) drops back to pass against the New York Giants during an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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    Jon Runyan, Jr Reflects on Giants-Eagles Rivalry

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    Jan 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Brian Burns (0) during the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium.
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    Brian Burns Reflects on How Adversity Strengthened His Resolve

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    Dec 31, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon (28) celebrates with fans wearing a Happy New Year headband after the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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    Giants Seeking Another Veteran Running Back?

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    Dec 10, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (6) walks off the field at Paycor Stadium.
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    Giants Add Former Bills, Colts Receiver Isaiah McKenzie

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    Dec 17, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Jalen Mills (2) warms up before a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Gillette Stadium.
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    Giants Sign Former Patriots Defensive Back Jalen Mills to 1-Year Deal

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    Oct 29, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) throws the ball as New York Giants defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson (91) pursues during the first half at MetLife Stadium.
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    Giants Lose IDL A'Shawn Robinson to Panthers

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    Dec 10, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock (2) yells after throwing a touchdown pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium.
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    Giants Adding QB Drew Locke as Veteran Backup

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    Jan 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Brian Burns (0) during the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium.
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    Giants Contract Details Revealed for Brian Burns and Jon Runyan

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    Tyrod Taylor UFA Video
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    Giants Lose Out on Two Key Free Agent Targets

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    Aug 1, 2023; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants helmets rest on the grass field during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility.
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    New York Giants 2024 Free Agent Tracker

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    Xavier Mckinney (2)
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    Xavier McKinney Lands with Packers

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    Aug 19, 2023; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers guard Jon Runyan (76) and New England Patriots linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) exchange words following a play during their preseason football game at Lambeau Field. The game was suspended in the fourth quarter following an injury to New England Patriots cornerback Isaiah Bolden (7).
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    Giants Add Veteran Guard Jon Runyan Jr to Offensive Line Rebuild

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    New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) takes the field at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
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    For the Birds: Saquon Barkley Agrees to Terms with Eagles

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    Dec 31, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Gunner Olszewski (80) celebrates his punt return touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams with linebacker Cam Brown (47) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium.
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    Giants Re-sign Punt Returner Gunner Olszewski

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    Nov 26, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Siran Neal (33) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    Giants to Host Former Bills DB/ST Siran Neal for Visit Monday

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    Jul 14, 2019; Silvis, IL, USA; A diagram is drawn on the scoreboard outside the clubouse indicating the money distributed to the tournament winner during the final round of the John Deere Classic golf tournament at TPC Deere Run. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
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    New York Giants in Good Salary Cap Shape to Start Free Agency

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    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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    Patriots Trade QB Mac Jones to Jaguars; What This Means for Giants

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    Aug 20, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; A general view of a New York Giants helmet on the bench during the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field.
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    New York Giants 2024 Free Agency Storylines

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    New York Giants Mailbag: Pre-Free Agency Edition

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    The 2024 NFL draft logo is seen at Campus Martius Park in Detroit on April 14, 2022.
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    Giants Shut Out on 2024 Comp Draft Picks Distribution

    By Patricia Traina
    Dec 31, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney (29) is introduced before a game against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium.
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    Xavier McKinney Still Wants to Remain a Giant

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    New York Giants tight end Darren Waller.
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    Darren Waller Still Undecided About His Football Future

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    Xavier Mckinney (2)
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    Why New York Giants Didn't Tag Safety Xavier McKinney

    By Patricia Traina
    Dec 11, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney (29) walks across the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium.
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    Giants Don't Tag Safety Xavier McKinney

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    New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) takes the field at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
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    Giants Will Not Use Franchise Tag on Saquon Barkley

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    Giants Reportedly Eyeing Rome Odunze at No. 6, Claims Former Giant

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    Mock Draft Monday: Full Giants Mock, Post Combine

    By Patricia Traina
    Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants guard Mark Glowinski (64) runs onto the field before a wild card game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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    Giants Release IOL Mark Glowinski

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    New York Giants Mailbag: Post Combine Edition

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    New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) and tight end Darren Waller (12) on the first day of training camp in East Rutherford on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.
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    Darren Waller Still Contemplating Retirement After One Season with Giants

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    Dec 17, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; A detailed view of a New York Giants helmet before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome.
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    Giants Add Cam Achord as Assistant Special Teams Coach

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    Jan 12, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A general view of a Houston Texans helmet during the AFC Divisional Round playoff football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
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    This Team Could Challenge Giants for Saquon Barkley's Services

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    Mel Kiper Jr's Latest Mock Draft Forecasts This Player to Giants

    By Patricia Traina
    Dec 24, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) prepares to pass in the first half against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High.
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    NFL Draft Analyst Bucky Brooks Suggests This Veteran Quarterback for Giants

    By Patricia Traina
    Feb 28, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Troy defensive lineman Javon Solomon (DL47) speaks at a press conference at the NFL Scouting Combine at Indiana Convention Center.
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    Troy's Javon Solomon Hopes to Join Next Generation of NFL Pass Rushers

    By Patricia Traina
    Dec 17, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; A detailed view of a New York Giants helmet before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome.
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    Giants Workplace Grades Revealed in New NFLPA Survey Results

    By Patricia Traina
    Nov 27, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Shane Bowen looks on before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Nissan Stadium.
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    Joe Schoen Offers Hints of What Giants Defense Will Look Like Under Shane Bowen

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