The New York Giants are a strong contender going into the 2017 NFL season. Last year, the Giants tied for the second-best record in the NFC and let up the second-fewest points in the NFL. A few subtle adjustments would place the Giants at the top of the picture for the upcoming season.

On defense, the Giants have several playmakers. Landon Collins had 100 tackles, 4 sacks, and 5 interceptions last year. Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had a team-high 6 interceptions and a team-high 21 pass deflections. Free agent acquisitions Damon Harrison, Janoris Jenkins, and Olivier Vernon led the Giants to allowing just 17.8 points per game, second-fewest in the NFL. Their stifling defense is by far their strongest asset, however, the Giants’ offense needs some work.

Swiping Brandon Marshall from the Jets is a huge score for the offense, as the Giants now have the best 1–2 punch at wide receiver in the NFL. They still have 2-time Super Bowl Champion Eli Manning under center. Despite the addition of Marshall and a potential future Hall of Famer under center, there are a few areas that the Giants should look to improve on Thursday night.