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Another day, another dollar for the New York Giants, however, trusty steed Antoine Bethea has racked up 13 years worth of dollars. General manager Dave Gettleman brought in Bethea for his familiarity with James Bettcher’s system and his veteran leadership which will be used significantly this offseason.
With a secondary full of puppies, Bethea, the old dog, will help the youngsters get up to speed and find their way around an NFL defense. So far, DeAndre Baker looks the part in coverage, playing tight on his man and letting nothing by him. Jabrill Peppers, acquired from the Cleveland Browns in a trade that sent Olivier Vernon over, has paired very well with the former Cardinal.
Bethea racked up 121 combined tackles, four passes defended, and three sacks in 2018. I imagine Bettcher will utilize Bethea and Peppers in exciting and new blitz packages. Both are fierce players that can play multiple positions on the field, which will only help Bettcher disguise his blitzing schemes and find ways to get players in the backfield to disrupt the opposing quarterback.
With a lack of true defensive pass-rush specialists, finding creative ways to utilize other players will be a priority for the Giants’ defensive coordinator.
Nonetheless–
Giants top articles of the day:
John Schmeelk (Giants.com) – Sideline Notes: Giants OTA No. 4
Steve Serby (New York Post) – Giants only hope this is where Corey Ballentine heals from heartbreak
Paul Schwartz (New York Post) – Giants already extolling Jabrill Peppers’ loud leadership
Ed Valentine (Big Blue View) – Giants’ Saquon Barkley not worried about potentially increased workload
Alexander Wilson (Empire Sports Media) – New York Giants: Grading the offseason acquisitions
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