Still, if he can stay healthy he could end up as the Giants' starter in the middle of their rebuilt defense, replacing the retired Jon Beason, who was a huge injury risk himself. The Giants used Jasper Brinkley in the middle last season and he played well enough that the Giants had some interest in bringing him back. But he's a free agent and the Giants were hoping to upgrade. They also have young Uani Unga, but they don't believe he's ready for a starting role.