10 Things the Giants Can’t Afford to Screw Up This Year
No one’s expecting the New York Giants to sleepwalk through 2025—not after a brutal 3–14 record in 2024. The NFC East won’t cut anyone slack, which means every move the Giants make matters. Between free agency deals and draft-day suspense, this isn’t a wait-and-see year—it’s a make-it-count moment.
Securing a Top Quarterback in the Draft
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Quarterback decisions are front and center for the Giants in 2025. The No. 3 pick in the draft, Joe Schoen, is reportedly weighing a move to secure a top prospect like Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. Last year’s quarterback performance ranked near the bottom of the league.
Bolstering Pass Protection by Signing Hudson
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Ranking 23rd by season’s end was technically an improvement, but it left fans wincing. With a pass-block win rate of just 56% and 48 sacks allowed, the offensive line turned every down into a pressure test. In response, the Giants signed James Hudson III hoping his time in Cleveland would translate to consistency in New York.
Unlocking Hyatt to Pair With Nabers’ Impact
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In just 15 games, Malik Nabers piled up 1,204 receiving yards on 109 catches, hit the end zone seven times, and secured his name in the Giants’ rookie record books. Jalin Hyatt, though, remained a bit of a mystery. With only eight catches, his potential still outweighs his production. If he can click in 2025, they might quietly stack up as one of the NFC’s most exciting.
Blending Speed and Power by Adding Martinez
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Devin Singletary offered steady support, but by Week 8, Tyrone Tracy Jr. had clearly become the lead man. This year, the conversation has shifted to reinforcements. A physical runner like Damien Martinez could be the perfect complement and give the Giants a backfield that blends speed with power and keeps defenses guessing all season long.
Increasing Firepower to Sustain Quarterback Pressure
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Sacks came in bunches for the Giants in 2024, with the defense landing 45 of them. But the overall pressure rate told a different story, sitting at a more modest 41%, which left them 15th. That gap suggests they know how to finish plays but need more firepower to keep quarterbacks uncomfortable from start to finish.
Rebuilding the Secondary to Tilt Games
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Opposing quarterbacks barely had to break a sweat against the Giants’ secondary in 2024. With only five interceptions all year—four from the defensive backs—and a passer rating against of 103.2, it was open season through the air. With Tyler Nubin also developing, this rebuilt secondary could finally start tilting games in the Giants’ favor.
Prioritizing Consistency Over Early Special Teams Chaos
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Watching the Giants’ special teams in 2024 felt like reaching into a mystery bag—you never quite knew what was coming out. Gunner Olszewski’s early-season injury left a noticeable hole, though Smith-Marsette did more than hold his own, even if one return touchdown got erased by a flag. For 2025, the goal is simple: consistency over chaos.
The Playbook Needs a Remix for More Variety
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Lining up in shotgun became second nature for the Giants in 2024, with nearly two-thirds of their snaps coming from that formation. There might be some friction between Mike Kafka and Brian Daboll, though both have played it cool in public. Kafka’s playbook might need a serious remix—more variety in formations, better disguise on plays, and fresher concepts.
Keeping the Core Offensive Line Healthy
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A rotating cast of linemen—eleven different starting combinations—left the offense scrambling to stay upright. Andrew Thomas missed seven games and ended his season with foot surgery, and without him, the Giants gave up 85 sacks, the most in NFL history. Heading into 2025, the team should focus on keeping its core stable.
Leveraging the Draft to Build the Next Foundation
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Holding eight picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, including that golden No. 3 overall slot, the Giants are sitting in a rare spot loaded with possibilities. A trade-down could stack extra picks, while Alabama’s Jalen Milroe brings a dual-threat spark that would fit snugly into Daboll’s offensive style. However, they slice it, the Giants lay their next foundation in this draft.
Investing in the Offensive Line
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After years of instability and too many quarterback hits, the team has put its money where its pocket protection is, signaling a full-on commitment to building from the trenches. With so much riding on their shoulders—literally—the line must stay healthy, gel fast, and execute cleanly.
Building Trust So Cohesion Becomes a Key Weapon
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The early days have focused on establishing strong relationships, aligning expectations, and fostering team unity. With Brian Daboll reinforcing these principles, the Giants are creating a locker room where team chemistry can become their biggest asset.
Cleaning up Play
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Sloppy play haunted the Giants in 2024, with flags flying and the ball hitting the turf far too often. Racking up 112 penalties for 928 lost yards, they repeatedly sabotaged their own drives. The focus now shifts to eliminating mistakes and enhancing execution. Sharper execution, smarter decisions, and fewer self-inflicted wounds could flip close losses into wins in 2025.
Executing in Crunch Time
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With kicker Graham Gano sidelined on the opening play, Brian Daboll had no Plan B, and the absence loomed large in a tight 21–18 loss. Late-game stops proved elusive on defense and let opponents sneak back into winnable games. The road ahead demands staying cool in the chaos.
Fixing the Red Zone
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Trips to the red zone became a frustrating routine for the Giants in 2024—frequent arrivals, minimal payoff. They finished dead last in the league with a 43.18% touchdown rate inside the 20, far below the NFL average of 60%. Cleaning up play calls and execution in crunch time could finally turn all those near-misses into scoreboard-shaking payoffs in 2025.