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The Giants overhauled one essential defensive category

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The New York Giants have made several noteworthy improvements during this off-season, and one area in dire need of reinforcement was the run defense. After conceding a staggering 144.2 yards per game on the ground in 2022—earning them a 27th rank in the NFL—the Giants shifted their focus to bolstering their defensive line, especially following their devastating loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the divisional round.

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