Send us a text The New York Giants brought in free agent guard Greg Van Roten for a visit, as reported by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Van Roten, who played for offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo last year with the Raiders, started all 17 games, allowed five sacks (the ninth most in the NFL), and logged a 75.3 PFF grade. An undrafted free agent from UPenn, Van Roten has also played for the Packers, Seahawks, Jaguars, Jets, Bills, and the CFL's Toronto Argonauts. At 34 years old, he could fit in as a...
Jul 23, 2024•58 min
Send us a text Rookies reported to camp on Tuesday, and it was announced that Theo Johnson would start the season on the PUP list. Art Stapleton reported via Twitter that the Giants placed TE Theo Johnson on the active/PUP list, meaning his injury occurred on site rather than being a pre-existing condition. According to sources, Johnson is dealing with a hip flexor, which typically requires one to three weeks of rest and treatment for mild conditions, though more severe cases can take up to six ...
Jul 19, 2024•52 min
Send us a text In this episode of "2 Giant Goofballs," hosts Drew and Rob recap the third episode of "Hard Knocks: Offseason," focusing on key discussions and negotiations involving the New York Giants. Saquon Barkley Negotiations General Manager Joe Schoen discusses Barkley's contract situation with his agent Ed Berry. Berry initially avoids providing a clear number, prompting Schoen to remind him that Barkley was allowed to test the market. Eventually, Berry offers a 3-year deal worth $12.5 mi...
Jul 18, 2024•28 min
Send us a text In this episode of 2 Giants Goofballs, we dive into various topics surrounding the New York Giants and their upcoming season. First, we explore Tiki Barber's concerns about Daniel Jones's readiness for Week 1. Tiki mentions seeing Jones looking physically fit but questions if he’s prepared for the aggressive pace of a live game. This sparks a larger discussion about whether the Giants are stuck with Daniel Jones, as Boomer Esiason from WFAN Sports Radio speculates about the uncert...
Jul 16, 2024•53 min
Send us a text In this episode of 2 Giants Goofballs, we dive into the latest happenings from the Giants' offseason. We start with the Top Giants Ever countdown, revealing players ranked 100 through 91. Rich Seubert, a key part of the championship line during Eli Manning's era, kicks off the list at 100. Brad Benson follows at 99, having played 10 seasons and earning one Pro Bowl selection. At 98, we have Eddie Price, a 3-time Pro Bowler who led the NFL in rushing in 1951. Hakeem Nicks, ranked 9...
Jul 12, 2024•48 min
Send us a text In the latest episode of Hard Knocks: Offseason, the focus remains on the New York Giants. The episode begins with a recap of Episode 1 and highlighting the tension around Xavier McKinney and Joe Schoen's reaction to the new cap number, which may influence McKinney's future with the team. Jerome Henderson discusses McKinney during the combine, mentioning a potential offer that might be off the table soon. At the combine press conference, Joe Schoen addresses the media and reflects...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Send us a text Welcome back to the channel! Today, we're diving into the latest drama and storylines surrounding the New York Giants, as teased in Episode 2 of Hard Knocks: Offseason. We're all curious about the phone call regarding Saquon Barkley's decision teased in the trailer. What went down? We need answers. Additionally, we want to know more about the Brian Burns trade—how did the Giants pull off this major move and what went on behind the scenes? The talent evaluation process at the combi...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Send us a text Join Drew & Rob on 2 Giants Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast as we break down Episode 1 of Hard Knocks Offseason, premiering on 7/2 at 9 PM on HBO and the Max streaming service. We discuss the key moments and insights from the episode and share our reactions to what the show revealed about the Giants' offseason. Key Topics: Joe Schoen talks about his journey in the NFL, starting as a scouting assistant in Carolina, and how he used to eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches ...
Jul 04, 2024•50 min
Send us a text Join us on 2 Giants Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast hosted by Drew & Rob as we dive into the much-anticipated Hard Knocks Offseason, premiering on 7/2 at 9 PM on HBO and the Max streaming service. We share our excitement and discuss what we hope to see during this mini-series, using released footage as possible clues. Will the show reveal the issue between Wink Martindale and Brian Daboll? Will it delve into what led to their split? Are we going to see the drama that unfo...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Send us a text Giants Release an Hour Special From Their “Night with Legends” The New York Giants recently released an hour-long special from their event "Night with Legends," which took place on June 20 at Madison Square Garden. This event featured appearances from all living Giants legends, celebrating the rich history and legacy of the team. ESPN Report: Coaches All Wanted to Leave Daboll? ESPN's Jordan Raanan reported that several coaches, including Wink Martindale and Mike Kafka, were unhap...
Jun 28, 2024•56 min
Send us a text DJ organized an off-season workout in NC, taking several teammates with him for both training and bonding. Joining Jones were quarterbacks Drew Lock and Tommy DeVito, wide receivers Slayton, Nabers, Wan'Dale Robinson, Hyatt, Ford-Wheaton, and Dennis Houston, tight ends Bellinger, Theo Johnson, and Lawrence Cager, and running back Dante Miller. Beyond their football drills, the group engaged in team-building activities, including jet skiing, a moment captured and shared on Twitter....
Jun 27, 2024•46 min
Send us a text Pro Football Focus ranked Joe Judge as the sixth worst head coaching hire in NFL history. Judge’s tenure with the Giants was marred by a 10-23 record and a particularly infamous play during his final game in 2021. With the Giants backed up against their own goal line, Judge called for consecutive quarterback sneaks on 2nd-and-11 and 3rd-and-9, showcasing a lack of confidence in his offense. Although reports suggested his job was secure before Week 17, Judge was fired after this ga...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Send us a text Round 1: Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska Prince Amukamara spent five years with the Giants, appearing in 55 games and starting 45 of them. He recorded 261 tackles, seven interceptions, 43 pass deflections, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and six tackles for loss. After his stint with the Giants, he played for the Jaguars, Bears, Raiders, and Cardinals, with a brief period with the Saints. He retired as a Giant in 2023, finishing his career with 113 games, 99 starts, 10...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Send us a text In Round 1 (19th overall), the Giants selected Justin Pugh, a tackle from Syracuse. Pugh spent his first five seasons with the Giants before signing a five-year, $44.8 million contract with the Cardinals. He returned to the Giants midseason last year. Over his six years with the Giants, Pugh played in 75 games, all as a starter. His career spans 11 seasons with 132 games and 131 starts. Pugh got married in April 2022 and has been active on YouTube, hinting at plans for life after ...
Jun 20, 2024•45 min
Send us a text 2012 Giants Draft Class Round 1 (32nd): David Wilson, RB, Virginia Tech The Giants originally wanted Doug Martin, but the Bucs traded ahead of them to select him 31st overall. David Wilson's career, unfortunately, is a story of what could have been, as a neck injury ended a promising start. Round 2 (63rd): Reuben Randle, WR, LSU Randle played four seasons with the Giants, amassing 938 yards in 2014 and eight touchdowns in 2015. Despite his production, he faced issues such as being...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Send us a text Round 1 (12th): Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU Odell Beckham Jr. quickly established himself as the second-best wide receiver in Giants history and the most explosive. Named Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2014, he averaged 108.8 yards per game. Over five seasons with the Giants, Beckham played in 56 games, catching 390 passes for 5,476 yards and 44 touchdowns. He earned three Pro Bowl selections and two Second-Team All-Pro honors. Since leaving the Giants, Beckham has played 51 games...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Send us a text Wesigned CB Tre Herndon III, also known as Willie Herndon, but called "Tre" since he is the third in his family with that name. Herndon, who stands at 5'11" and weighs 190 lbs, is 28 years old. He was brought in for a workout with the team before securing a contract. An undrafted free agent out of Vanderbilt, Herndon initially signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2018. In the 2024 season, Herndon played 16 games, starting 4, and recorded 46 tackles, 9 pass deflections, 1 forced...
Jun 13, 2024•45 min
Send us a text Darren Waller officially informed the Giants of his decision to retire on Sunday. Waller began his NFL journey with the Ravens as a wide receiver after being drafted out of Georgia Tech in the 6th round. His early career was troubled by multiple suspensions due to substance abuse issues. Later the then-Oakland Raiders that Waller was converted to a tight end, and his career took off in 2019 with 1,145 yards, finishing 3rd in the comeback player of the year award. His best season c...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text OTA 9 Recap The offense looked very crisp during OTA 9. Starting with 7-on-7 drills, Daniel Jones went 5 of 6 with four touchdowns. The first TD was to Jalin Hyatt, followed by Malik Nabers, another to Hyatt, and the fourth to Wan'Dale Robinson. During the team portion, Drew Lock impressed by going 9 for 10 with two touchdowns to Malik Nabers and another to Isaiah Hodgins during red zone drills. Tommy DeVito connected with Allen Robinson for a TD, while Lawrence Cager and John Jil...
Jun 07, 2024•42 min
Send us a text Defensive Line The competition for the third starting defensive line position is between DJ Davidson, Ryder Anderson, Jordan Phillips, and Jordan Riley. Dexter Lawrence and "Nacho" Rakeem Nunez-Roches are the top two linemen. Jordan Phillips, a veteran with 120 games and 62 starts, will likely play on passing downs. Ryder Anderson fits as a DE in a 4-3 setup. Both Jordan Phillips and Jordan Riley are run stoppers, and one needs to step up. Phillips is expected to get the most play...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Send us a text Starting QB - Daniel Jones vs. Drew Lock Although fans have created this competition, it is clear that Daniel Jones holds the higher potential despite neither being an ideal option. Jones will definitely be the starter, while Lock provides a solid backup option who may not be a steep drop-off if called upon to play. RB2 - Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs. Eric Gray vs. Dante Turbo Miller vs. Jashaun Corbin This is perhaps the toughest battle to call, with two rookies, a second-year player, and...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Send us a text Kicker: Graham Gano Graham Gano, at 37 years old and standing 6’2” and 202 lbs, enters the 2024 season following a difficult previous year marked by a left knee injury. Originally an undrafted free agent from Florida State, Gano went 11/17 on field goals and 8/8 on extra points last season. He also had 28 kickoffs with an 82.1% touchback rate. His performance in his last game was notably poor, likely exacerbated by his injury. Gano has been participating in OTAs, but questions rem...
May 31, 2024•58 min
Send us a text First up, let’s talk about the Giants' safeties for the 2024 season. Tyler Nubin, the 22-year-old second-round pick from Minnesota, had an impressive 2023 season with 53 tackles, 5 interceptions, and an 89.2 PFF grade over 12 games. The big question is whether he can adequately replace Xavier McKinney. Is it fair to hope for that level of performance from him, and will there be a learning curve? Jason Pinnock, who turns 25 in June, was a fifth-round pick by the Jets in 2021. He’s ...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Send us a text First up, Deonte Banks. At 24 years old, standing 6’0” and 205 lbs, Banks was the 25th overall pick in the 2023 draft out of Maryland. Last season, he started all 15 games, racking up 64 tackles, 2 interceptions, 11 passes defended, and 2 tackles for loss, with a PFF grade of 51.4. Can he step up as a true number one cornerback this year? What's his ceiling, and do the Giants have a backup plan if he falters? Next, we have Cor’Dale Flott, who is turning 23 in August. This 6’1”, 17...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Send us a text The New York Giants' linebacker group for 2024 presents an intriguing mix of veteran talent and promising young players. Bobby Okereke, who turns 28 in July, stands out as a key figure. Standing 6’1” and weighing 235 lbs, Okereke was a 3rd round pick by the Colts in 2019 out of Stanford. After signing a four-year, $40 million contract with the Giants in 2023, he delivered a standout season with 149 tackles, 11 tackles for loss (TFL), 2.5 sacks, 6 QB hits, 2 interceptions, 10 pass ...
May 24, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Send us a text The 2024 NY Giants Edge Room features a compelling mix of talent and potential, headlined by Brian Burns. Burns, at 26 years old and standing 6’5” tall at 250 lbs, was the 16th overall pick in 2019 from Florida State. In 2023, he delivered solid stats with 50 tackles, 8 sacks, 16 tackles for loss, 18 QB hits, 2 pass deflections, 1 forced fumble, and 1 fumble recovery, earning a 73.8 PFF grade. A two-time Pro Bowler, Burns was acquired in an offseason trade and is now facing questi...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Send us a text In this episode of "NY Giants News," we delve into the Giants' 100th Anniversary celebrations, starting with the "Giants 100: A Night with Legends" event on June 20th, featuring Eli Manning, Harry Carson, Tiki Barber, George Martin, Jason Sehorn, Bill Parcells, and Tom Coughlin. Fans can vote for the greatest play in team history on the Giants website, with the winner announced during the event. On August 4th, the first 18,000 fans attending the Yankees game against the Blue Jays ...
May 22, 2024•40 min
Send us a text Hey there, Giants fans! Drew and Rob are back with another episode of "2 Giant Goofballs," and today, we're diving deep into the heart of the Big Blue defense as we dissect the defensive line roster. Get ready for some gritty analysis and spirited debate as we break down the strengths, weaknesses, and potential additions to the Giants' D-line! Leading the charge on the defensive front is none other than Dexter Lawrence. With an impressive stat line including 53 tackles, 4.5 sacks,...
May 20, 2024•50 min
Send us a text "Alrighty, folks, buckle up for the rollercoaster ride of the New York Giants' schedule! We're talking about a wild journey through the gridiron universe, where touchdowns rain down like confetti at a parade and victory dances are the norm!" "First up, we've got the Giants taking on their arch-rivals, the Eagles, in a clash of titans that's sure to have fans on the edge of their seats. It's gonna be a showdown for the ages, with both teams leaving it all out on the field!" "Then, ...
May 16, 2024•46 min
Send us a text Hey there, Giants fans! Drew and Rob are back with another episode of "2 Giant Goofballs," and today, we're delving into the intriguing world of tight ends on the Big Blue roster. Get ready for some in-depth analysis and lively discussion as we break down the strengths, weaknesses, and potential additions to the Giants' TE corps! First up, let's talk about the big man himself, Darren Waller. Standing tall at 6’6” and weighing in at 245lbs, Waller brings a wealth of experience and ...
May 14, 2024•53 min
