Kayvon Thibodeaux is determined to break Michael Strahan’s record of 22.5 sacks in a season and is not afraid to share his goal publicly. He believes he has more opportunities than Strahan did and wants to surpass the standards set by previous players. Despite Strahan starting slow in his career, Thibodeaux already has an impressive 15.5 sacks in his two years with the Giants.
The Giants will be participating in joint practices with two of the three teams they play in the preseason – the Lions and the Jets. The team is focusing on solidifying the second cornerback position opposite Deonte Banks, with Cor’Dale Flott currently in that role. The coaching staff has high expectations for Flott and believes he will have a productive season.
Tight end Darren Waller and wide receiver Darius Slayton are both absent from voluntary offseason programs. Waller is considering retirement, while Slayton is seeking a better contract. Coach Brian Daboll emphasized that participation in offseason activities is voluntary, and players have the choice to be present. The team will support Waller and wait for his decision.
The shooting for ‘Hard Knocks: Offseason With the New York Giants’ has been completed, with the first episode set to air on July 2 on HBO. This marks the first time the series has focused on an NFL team during the offseason. Despite the presence of cameras throughout the facility, they were not intrusive, and the focus was more on general manager Joe Schoen.
During practice sessions, Daboll appeared to be calling the plays, while offensive coordinator Mike Kafka was off to the side. Daboll potentially taking over play-calling on a full-time basis for the season is being considered. The Giants are using this offseason as a time for experimentation, and this change in play-calling duties may continue into the season.
Thibodeaux’s ambitious goal and the team’s preparations for joint practices and the upcoming season are key focuses of the Giants’ offseason. The presence of HBO cameras during the filming of ‘Hard Knocks’ and the absence of key players like Waller and Slayton also add intrigue to the team’s offseason activities. Overall, the Giants are working towards a successful upcoming season with high expectations for individual players and the team as a whole.
