No one can point to a single area of the New York Giants operation and say it’s outperformed expectations this season. For example, Ereck Flowers was, well Ereck Flowers, and not even a serviceable right tackle.
Coordinator James Bettcher’s defense has not improved linebacker Alec Ogletree’s coverage deficiencies. And the team’s pass rush has been as lethargic as predicted.
According to NFL.com, Big Blue ranks 31st in the NFL in quarterback sacks. They have accumulated a mere 14 sacks this season, and that trails the front-running Pittsburgh Steelers by an incredible 25 sacks.