As the NFL draft approached this past April, the New York Giants had a laser-focused goal: ramp up their team athleticism.
Stellar Additions in Free Agency
In a bid to reinforce their lineup, the Giants didn’t just rely on the draft. They actively participated in free agency, signing standout athletes like Parris Campbell and Bobby Okereke. Not to mention the trade acquisition of Darren Waller, who’s already making headlines with a stellar preseason display against the Carolina Panthers.
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The Dual Cornerback Acquisition
However, the draft was where the Giants hit a goldmine, especially with their acquisition of two cornerbacks with unparalleled athletic prowess: Deonte Banks in the first round and Tre Hawkins in the sixth.