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Legendary New York Giants LB Carl Banks criticizes James Bettcher’s schemes

The New York Giants defense has been nothing short of a failure in what’s been another lost season. To break it down, the secondary has struggled mightily through the first 12 matchups. They’re ranked 25th in the league with 258.6 passing yards allowed-per-game.

So does it come down to players or defensive coordinator James Bettcher‘s playbook? According to legendary Giants linebacker and color commentator Carl Banks, it’s the schemes that are the issue. Banks took to Twitter to answer fans’ questions and express his opinion on Bettcher’s defense.

scheme doesn't work for the players they have

— Carl Banks (@CarlBanksGIII) December 2, 2019

there are many things about the D that are head scratchers.