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5 bold predictions for NFC East in 2021 following free agency

By Stephen Samra

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 18: Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants signals to his team during their NFL game against the Washington Football Team at MetLife Stadium on October 18, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 18: Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants signals to his team during their NFL game against the Washington Football Team at MetLife Stadium on October 18, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /
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Darnay Holmes #30 of the New York Giants  (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

3) The Giants’ defense joins the NFL’s top-tier

NY Giants general manager, Dave Gettleman, envisioned his team winning games by running the football and playing great defense. This year, he won’t need to pop videos of Bill Parcells’ Giants into the VCR – he can watch it take place on the field.

Defensive coordinator, Patrick Graham, worked his magic on the team’s unit last year – spinning twine into gold as they shocked the football world on multiple occasions. Another year, plus the additions of top level talent to the unit, will help propel them to one of the league’s best.

While the signing of Kenny Golladay was huge, it’s possible that Adoree’ Jackson will be more impactful. The second cornerback position doomed the team on multiple occasions in 2020 – having a player of Jackson’s caliber in that role changes everything.

It’s tough to find a weak spot in this defense, but many believe the team still needs help rushing the passer. With the NFL Draft looming large, along with the returns of Lorenzo Carter and Oshane Ximines – help is on the way.

The Giants’ defense will make the likes of Lawrence Taylor, Michael Strahan and Justin Tuck proud this season.

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