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4 NY Giants who could save the season with a big SNF game vs. Washington

By Reese Nasser

Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) scrambles for a first down during the first half as Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) pursues at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) scrambles for a first down during the first half as Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) pursues at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) sacks Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in front of offensive tackle Charles Leno Jr. (72) during overtime at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) sacks Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in front of offensive tackle Charles Leno Jr. (72) during overtime at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Pass-rushers Kayvon Thibodeaux and Azeez Ojulari

The Giants have solidified their edge rush of the future with Kayvon Thibodeaux and Azeez Ojulari. In their limited time together, the pair have already made their presence felt. In 11 games this season, Thibodeaux has recorded 26 total tackles, one tackle for loss, three defended passes, ten quarterback hits, and two sacks.

Two weeks ago, when these teams faced off for the first time, Thibodeaux played arguably the best game of his rookie season. He recorded five total tackles, two quarterback hits, and one sack.

Ojulari, who has just recently made his return to the field, picked up right where he left off during his explosive rookie season. On the year, Ojulari has played in four games. He has totaled eight total tackles, two tackles for loss, four quarterback hits, four sacks, and two forced fumbles.

Over the past two games, Ojulari has looked like a star. He has recorded five total tackles, four quarterback hits, three total sacks, and one forced fumble.

The Commanders offensive line will have their hands full with this Giants pass-rush. Along with Thibodeaux and Ojulari, they will likely be dealing with both Leonard Williams and Dexter Lawrence. If this front can consistently apply pressure, they could stop this offense in their tracks.

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