Behind the top trio along the edges, there isn’t much proven depth, as they’ll rely on the versatile off-the-ball inside ‘backers to help out in that regard. However, Oshane Ximines is one veteran name who saw time in the spring around the top unit. A five-year veteran, Ximines has a collection of nine starts with the Giants and has 6.5 sacks during his five-year career. He could be a training camp dark horse, especially if there are any issues with Judon, Uche or Jennings.
With Ja’Whaun Bentley and Jahlani Tavai back, there will be good continuity inside as well. Tavai has the most productive year of his career in 2023 with two interceptions, two forced fumbles, a sack and 110 total tackles, and earned a three-year contract extension earlier this summer. He was limited in the spring and will be one player to watch for at the opening of training camp.
Bentley was the main man in the middle once again, completing another productive season posting highs for passes defensed, sacks and QB hits while tying his career best in tackles-for-loss. He also played a career-high 91 percent of the defensive snaps, fully emerging as an every-down linebacker and one of the toughest and most physical players in the NFL.
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