Bob Folger

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

For 40+ years, Bob Folger has produced New York Giants game and positional reviews, most recently for Inside Football. Bob calls on his extensive background in football strategies and positional requirements to deliver hard-hitting but fair analysis of the team's players and coaching strategies.

Aug 15, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) reacts during the first half against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium.

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From Francis Mauigoa's promising debut to Evan Neal's rough outing, here's how every Giants offensive and defensive lineman graded out against the Vikings.

New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) catches a touchdown pass from New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) during a preseason opening game between the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

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Here are our grades for the Giants receivers and tight ends from Preseason Game No. 1, the group led by rookie Malachi Fields.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) throws a pass during a preseason opening game between the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

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From Jaxson Dart's highlight-reel touchdown scramble to Brandon Allen's rough outing under center, here's how every Giants backfield player graded out in the preseason opener.

Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) returns a punt for a touchdown in the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium.

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The Giants special teams unit did offer one very pleasant surprise in 2025.

New York Giants cornerback Art Green (35) and cornerback Deonte Banks (2) participate in a drill.

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In 2025, the Giants cornerbacks had quantity but quality left something to be desired.

Let's break down how the Giants' safeties performed.

Nov 9, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) leaves the field after losing to the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

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Our position unit review turns now to arguably one of the weakest groups on the 2025 Giants.

New York Giants linebackers Kayvon Thibodeaux, Brian Burns and Abdul Carter

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And why wouldn't they be considering they had three first-round picks wreaking havoc whenever the chance was there?

Oct 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) takes the filed against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

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The Giants added to their defensive line in the 2025 offseason but had little to show for it in the season.

Aug 4, 2025; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo talks with guard Aaron Stinnie (64) during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center.

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There was a lot to like about the Giants' offensive line's performance, a unit that was one of the bright spots of the 2025 season.

Dec 14, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) celebrates scoring a touchdown with wide receiver Darius Slayton (18) during the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium.

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Once Malik Nabers was lost early in the season, the Giants' lack of receiver depth became more glaring.

Jan 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants tight end Daniel Bellinger (82) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium.

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So how did the Giants tight ends do when they were pressed into more action after Malik Nabers' season-ending injury?

Bob Folger

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Giants Defense Grades: Deonte Banks Shows New Physicality in Dolphins Win

Giants O-Line, D-Line Preseason Week 2 Grades: Depth on Display Against Dolphins

Giants Offensive Skill Position Player Grades: Winston Shines, Beckham's Drop Stings in Dolphins Win

Giants Preseason Report Card: Grading Every Linebacker, Defensive Back and Key Special Teamer vs. Vikings

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Giants Trenches Report Card: Evan Neal's Struggles Continue, and a Rookie Steps Up

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Giants Are Finally Living Up to Their Name, and Malachi Fields Is Exhibit A

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Giants Preseason Report Card: Grading Every Running Back and Quarterback vs. Vikings

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Giants Special Teams Weren’t That Special in 2025

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Giants 2025 Cornerbacks Position Review: Still a Long Way to Go as a Unit

NY Giants Safeties Delivered an Underwhelming Showing in 2025

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Giants Inside Linebackers Were Nothing Special in 2025

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Giants Outside Linebackers Were Among Team’s 2025 Strengths

2025 Giants Defensive Line Disappointed Despite Roster Additions

Giants Offensive Line Was Biggest and Most Pleasant Surprise Among the Team's Units in 2025

NY Giants' Lack of Receiver Depth Exposed in 2025 After Malik Nabers Injury

Giants Ended Up Leaning on Tight Ends More Than Expected in 2025