The New York Giants are desperately in need of an upgraded pass rush for the 2020 season. It is expected that general manager Dave Gettleman will refrain from overspending on options like Jadeveon Clowney, which opens up the door for lesser targets with a more cap-friendly contract.
One solid target in free agency is former New England Patriots linebacker, Kyle Van Noy. Having spent ample time with head coach Joe Judge in recent years, Van Noy is a stellar option for the Giants who brings experience and proven ability on defense.
Ralph Vacchiano of SNY reports that Van Noy and the Giants are heavily connected, despite legal tampering only starting in nine days:
And it could be much more cost-effective for the Giants to try to re-sign Markus Golden, who had 10 sacks for them last year, and maybe even add New England’s Kyle Van Noy (6 ½). Both could land in the $12 million per year range, meaning the Giants could get both of them for about what it would cost to land Clowney.
The Giants do have an interest in re-signing Golden, a source said, though it will depend on what his price is. They also have an interest in Van Noy, according to another source, and the feeling is believed to be mutual since [he and Joe Judge] were together four years in New England.
What would Van Noy bring to the New York Giants?
Last season, Van Noy posted 6.5 sacks, 15 quarterback hits, seven tackles for loss, and three forced fumbles. He has had a relatively healthy career, missing four games over the last three seasons. As a second-round pick by the Detroit Lions in 2014, Van Noy eventually joined the Patriots in 2016 and has been one of their leaders ever since.
If Gettleman does, in fact, re-sign Marcus Golden to a multi-year deal and brings in Van Noy, they will have two solid pass rushers to put pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Golden is set to test the free-agent market, looking for the most money after recording 10 sacks in 2019, after spending two consecutive years plagued with injuries.