Monday, September 14, 2009

Best Giants Defense Ever?

I know it is only one game into the season, but I have to ask the question. Might this be the best Giants defense ever? I think the answer is leaning towards yes. I am going to explain why below.

  • Defensive Line - Seven of the nine defensive linemen on the Giants active roster are starters. I don't believe there has ever been a team in NFL history with such depth. Yesterday Bill Sheridan was able to rotate guys in, in order to keep everyone fresh. You could tell as the game played on that the Redskins offensive line was getting worn down and taken advantage of. They also possess versatility because of guys like Justin Tuck and Christ Canty who can move between end and tackle.. There is no way to double team any one of the Giants lineman on the field. Whoever this defense plays, will be faced with a mismatch no matter what the situation might be, There is no defensive line like this and I don't know if there ever will be again. Not just in New York Giants history but even the NFL's history.
  • Linebackers - They are very underrated since they don't have any flashy or big name guys. But, what it comes down to is getting the job done. I believe seven of the eight linebackers on this roster could come in and start. The only linebacker I don't see being a starter would be Zak DeOssie. Antonio Pierce, Danny Clark, Michael Boley, Chase Blackburn, Bryan Kiehl, Jonathan Goff, and Clint Sintim can all come onto the field and make sure this defense doesn't miss a step. All of the guys I have named have come in and helped the Giants win games within the past couple of seasons except for Sintim since he is a rookie.
  • Cornerbacks - Corey Webster is one of the NFL's elite corners and he will continue to display his skills as the season goes on. Aaron Ross is a very good starter that is continuing to grow game by game. Terrell Thomas who was drafted in the second round over a year ago is continually showing that he can step in and start whenever the Giants need him to. Even when a player like Kevin Dockery may have to come in for a starter there isn't much of a drop off in production. After the effort rookie Bruce Johnson gave yesterday I'm convinced the Giants have gotten another steal at the corner position as an undrafted free agent.
  • Safeties - Kenny Phillips is a legit starter in the NFL and will only get better as he continues to adapt to the NFL in his second season. Michael Johnson is a young fiery safety that the Giants stole in the 2007 draft in the seventh round. C.C. Brown is a guy who can come in a take significant snaps at safety. He was once a starter in Houston and is a solid player.

What is your take on the Giants defense? Will it be the best in Giants history or NFL history?

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