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Giants Over/Under: Predicting 2016 Stats

By Brandon Estrict

Aug 20, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) runs the ball after a catch and tries to avoid a tackle by Buffalo Bills strong safety Duke Williams (27) during the first half at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 20, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) runs the ball after a catch and tries to avoid a tackle by Buffalo Bills strong safety Duke Williams (27) during the first half at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /
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With the New York Football Giants 2016 regular season fast approaching, GMen HQ predicts statistical over/unders for Eli Manning, Odell Beckham, Jr. and Jason Pierre-Paul.

"“I’m excited for this team. I’m excited for what we have in this locker room. Obviously we have to make some cuts, which are unfortunate … but we understand what’s on this team (in terms of talent) and we’re looking forward to Week 1.” – Victor Cruz on 2016 Giants"

The final dress rehearsal is in the rear-view. According to a post on Lohud.com after the GMen beat the New England Patriots 17-9; players are excited about this team in 2016. Finally, we can stop over analyzing the backup quarterback and playing up the importance of the fifth wide receiver. The Giants will travel to Texas on Sunday, September 11, to take on the division rival Dallas Cowboys.

Before that takes place, let’s assess the Giants’ top three players: Odell Beckham, Eli Manning and Jason Pierre-Paul. Manning and Beckham had career-years in 2015, but what’s the ceiling this season? Can Jason Pierre-Paul bounce back for Big Blue in 2016 after ditching the club on his right hand?

Let’s go over/under.

Eli Manning: 35 Touchdowns in 2016

Sep 1, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (L) shakes hands with wide receiver Odell Beckham (R) during warm ups prior to their game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 1, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (L) shakes hands with wide receiver Odell Beckham (R) during warm ups prior to their game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports /

Manning has surpassed 30 touchdown passes just three times in his 12 seasons. His 35 TDs last season were a career best. He has increased on his TD total in each of the past three years, the last two under Ben McAdoo.

In Manning’s 30 TD seasons, he’s had at least one big-time playmaker anchoring the receiving corps. In 2010, it was a prime Hakeem Nicks. In 2014 and 2015, it was Beckham. He’s still there, and the Giants have added talent at the position. Rookie Sterling Shepard provides a threat alongside Beckham, something the Giants haven’t had in two years. Victor Cruz figures to be productive as well, even if he doesn’t turn out to be the player he once was.

With a questionable rushing attack and an inconsistent offensive line, the Giants will once again air it out in 2016. Expect Manning to eclipse 570 passing attempts. And he’ll be throwing to, arguably, the deepest group of receivers he has had. Manning should improve on his TD total again this year.

Prediction: Over

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