John Mara told us after his season from hell ended that he expected the Giants to be good again in 2018.
The quickest way to be good would mean drafting running back Saquon Barkley, teaming him with Odell Beckham Jr. and helping Eli Manning feel forever young at age 37.
It would also defy conventional thinking, which states you cannot pass on a potential franchise quarterback when blessed with the second pick of the NFL draft.
Which means this is a huge moment of truth for new GM Dave Gettleman and the franchise.
Barkley is considered by many as the best player in the draft, and among the safest.