In 2023, the New York Giants faced a tough season, particularly in their offensive line. They allowed an astonishing 85 sacks, making them one of the worst teams in football. While injuries did play a role in their struggles, there were also issues with the development of key players such as Evan Neal and John Michael Schmitz. Additionally, inconsistency from Andrew Thomas added to their problems.
To address these challenges, general manager Joe Schoen made the offensive line a priority during free agency. He signed Jon Runyan Jr., Jermaine Eluemunor, Matt Nelson, Austin Schlottmann, and Aaron Stinnie to bolster the position. However, despite these additions, Pro Football Focus still ranks the Giants’ offensive line among the worst in the league.
The Giants are hoping that Eluemunor and Runyan can make a significant impact on the inside of the line. However, much of their success will depend on how well players like Neal perform at right tackle. If he continues to struggle, he may be benched or moved to guard in favor of Eluemunor.
Overall, if the Giants want to succeed in 2024, they must improve their offensive line’s performance significantly. While there is potential for improvement with new additions and returning players