Is Eli still the Mann?

With the Super Bowl completed, it’s time to turn the page to the offseason. For the Giants, the goal is to add the pieces necessary to get them back to the promised land after a successful 2016 regular season. I’m going to analyze every position on the roster over the next week to determine where things stand now and what needs to improve for next season. First up is quarterback:

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1. An absolute DDDDIIIMMMEEEEE from Eli Manning here to Cruz. pic.twitter.com/LsznSHo3RW — National Caucasian Distributor of Cold Takes (@EthanGSN) November 27, 2016

Strengths

Once again, the Giants could count on Eli Manning to take every snap. Manning has started 211 straight games and he didn’t show any signs of physical decline in his 13th season. Manning was typically inconsistent in 2016, but his floor is still higher than many quarterbacks.

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It's kinda amazing that Eli finished this game with just one interception pic.twitter.com/opcCBt0JgC — Gordon McGuinness (@PFF_Gordon) December 12, 2016

Weaknesses

Manning took a step back in 2016 after two impressive seasons in coach Ben McAdoo’s offense. Manning ranked 17th in the NFL in completion percentage, which is alarming considering the Giants offense's emphasis on short passes. Manning didn’t get much help from his offensive line, but he was often jittery when he had time to throw. His 20 turnovers were the fourth-most in the league.

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Who's back?

Manning has three years remaining on his contract. The only other quarterback under contract is Keith Wenning, who finished the season on the practice squad and signed a futures deal.

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Who's gone?

No. 2 quarterback Ryan Nassib and No. 3 quarterback Josh Johnson are free agents. Nassib finished the season on injured reserve after undergoing elbow surgery. The injury combined with unimpressive play last preseason makes Nassib a longshot to return. The Giants clearly like Johnson, as they kept the 30-year-old journeyman on the roster as the No. 3 QB all season before Nassib’s injury. Johnson could be brought back as a short-term backup if the Giants draft a quarterback this year.

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What's needed?

Manning isn’t going anywhere, but general manager Jerry Reese admitted that it’s time to start working on a succession plan. The Giants should use a mid-round pick on a quarterback if the right player is available. They can bring Johnson back on a cheap deal to serve as the No. 2 quarterback next season, while grooming the rookie for the future.

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David Richard | AP Photo

Position rating: 7 (1-10 scale)

Manning is what he is. When he’s at his best, he has proven that he’s capable of leading the Giants all the way. But he is far more inconsistent than most franchise quarterbacks. The Giants can’t rely on Manning to carry them to the Super Bowl at this point in his career. But if they can bolster his supporting cast and combine that with their stellar defense, Manning could lead the Giants on another playoff run.

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Your call

Is it time to look to the future? You decide.

Dan Duggan may be reached at dduggan@njadvancemedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @DDuggan21. Find our Giants coverage on Facebook.