New York Giants: Defensive Ends To Consider In Free Agency

Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is pressure on a pass attempt by New England Patriots defensive end Jabaal Sheard (93) in the third quarter during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is pressure on a pass attempt by New England Patriots defensive end Jabaal Sheard (93) in the third quarter during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is pressure on a pass attempt by New England Patriots defensive end Jabaal Sheard (93) in the third quarter during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is pressure on a pass attempt by New England Patriots defensive end Jabaal Sheard (93) in the third quarter during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

The New York Giants have a void to fill at defensive end. Which free agents could fit the bill of what the Giants are looking for?


The New York Giants are approaching a crossroads in the construction of a legitimate championship contender. Standout defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul is a free agent and New York must determine its best course of action.

The Giants may end up re-signing Pierre-Paul, but in order to make the right decision, it must weigh every one of its options.

The burden of signing a defensive end is lightened by the presence of Olivier Vernon. Vernon signed a five-year deal worth $85 million during the 2015 offseason, thus enabling the Giants to lock down one side of the defensive line for years to come.

Vernon and Pierre-Paul displayed tremendous chemistry in 2016, but they also project to be a pricey duo to keep together.

The 2017 NFL Draft may produce the most cost-efficient option, but there are free agents who can be plugged in immediately. Some could cost the Giants a pretty penny, while others are projected to be available for a more affordable cost.

Regardless of what the New York Giants determine is the best course of action, there are intriguing options available to them.