The wait is over, football is back. Well, kind of. Preseason gets under way with the August battle of the New York football Giants vs Jets. Last season, both New York teams finished last in their divisions and then picked in the top-6 of the 2019 NFL draft. On August 8th, the Jets “visit” the Giants as both teams play their first preseason game of the season. Although the stars won’t see the field, there is still plenty to look for when these teams meet.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Kostroun/AP/Shutterstock. New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks, left, and New York Jets safety Dawan Landry, in East Rutherford N.J Jets Giants Football, East Rutherford, USA – 24 Aug 2013

Background

Ten years ago, in 2009 Giants’ rookie receive Hakeem Nicks torched the Jets for 6 catches, 144 yards, and two touchdowns. Only two years later, Nicks was an integral part of the Giants’ Super Bowl win. In 2010, when these two teams got together in the preseason, another star emerged. Wearing the #3 jersey, Victor Cruz. Cruz caught 6 passes for 145 yards and three touchdowns. Cruz would also help the Giants win Super Bowl 46 and become a fan favorite. Let’s take a look at who watch for in this year’s match up.

The Rookies

This offseason, for the second consecutive year, the Jets’ had the 3rd overall pick in the NFL draft. After selecting Sam Darnold in 2018, this season the Jets drafted Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams. The Giants’ also picked in the top 10. Selecting Duke quarterback Daniel Jones with the 6th overall pick. At 17th overall, the Giants’ selected a defensive lineman of their own, Dexter Lawrence out of Clemson. These young players will get their snaps in NFL uniforms.

For Williams, there is already a lot of buzz coming out of the Jets camp. He came into camp in better shape than expected, claiming to have been working out up to 18 hours a day. Quinnen should see snaps on the first team defense. With Pro-Bowl teammate Leonard Williams unlikely to play due to a sore hamstring. Williams is both fast and strong, which makes for an exciting player to watch.

Daniel Jones in training camp.

Across from Quinnen Williams, will be the Giants’ offense. The spotlight is going to be shining brightly on rookie Daniel Jones, who is likely to start. Jones was one of the more puzzling picks of the 2019 draft, and will be one of the most talked about players this preseason. According to Giants’ head coach Pat Shurmur, Jones has exceeded expectations in training camp. However, with GM Dave Gettleman calling the shots, it will be hard to tell who will be the Giants’ quarterback of the future. Regardless, this opening matchup, Giants vs Jets, will be the first look the world gets at Jones in pro game action.

Lastly, the Giants will be debuting Dexter Lawrence. A standout linemen for Clemson, Lawrence was voted 2016 ACC Rookie of the Year. He was a vital part of the team that won the 2016 National Championship. Unfortunately, Lawrence had to miss the 2018 National Championship, due to suspension for a positive drug test. Tonight’s preseason game with the Jets will be Lawrence’s first game since the suspension.

Dexter Lawrence, 17th overall pick.

The Vets

The Jets have added All-Pro Le’veon Bell to pair with second-year stud Sam Daronld. It is very unlikely that either of them see the field in this first preseason game. This could allow for new addition Ty Montgomery to see some action out of the back field. Originally a receiver for Green Bay, Montgomery became a great receiving running back and played a role similar to Bell. Montgomery has been turning heads in training camp and should start against the Giants.

With injuries to Corey Coleman and Sterling Shepard, and a suspension for Golden Tate, the Giants have a lot of questions at wide receiver. Evan Engram is in position to have a big season, yet is unlikely to play against the Jets. Bennie Fowler could see first team reps with Jones at quarterback. Fowler had 16 catches for 199 yards and one touchdown last season in 10 games.

Finally, we will see the first look at Jets new defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Infamous for his role in the New Orleans “bountygate” scandal, Williams has recently proved himself as a defensive play caller. Last season, Williams was interim coach for the Browns leading them to a 5-3 record in the 8 games he coached. This season, he takes over a defense headlined by Jamal Adams, and CJ Mosley In tonight’s game, (Giants vs Jets) Williams’ will give hint as to how he may utilize rookie, Quinnen Williams.

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