A breath of change is in the air in the Big Apple, and many are convinced this could be the season the New York Giants get back on the winning track in the NFL. The arrival of Russell Wilson and the smart decision to draft Abdul Carter are more than enough reason to believe they can make a big splash this upcoming season.
Called to be one of the top prospects of his class, it was finally Brian Daboll’s team that had the privilege of securing the services of the former Penn State Nittany Lions player. Strengthening a unit that struggled last season proved to be the key in making the wise decision to opt for the linebacker.
Despite it being his first season in the NFL, Carter knows he has plenty of reasons to feel no less than anyone else. Through a powerful message on his official Instagram account, he sent a strong warning to the rest of his rivals.
“Year 1, I ain’t no rookie been playing this game a long time, ball is ball. I love this (expletive),” the standout wrote in an post, alongside photos from his official Giants team shoot.
Abdul Carter #51 of the New York Giants during rookie minicamp at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 09, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Improving on last season’s performance
Undoubtedly, the primary goal for this historic franchise is to improve upon the disappointing campaign of last year, where not only was the on-field performance lackluster, but the results were nowhere to be found.
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The New York Giants had a tough 2024-25 season, finishing with a 3-14 record. It was their worst record since 1974, and they were unable to improve on their 6-11 record from the previous season. They finished in last place in the NFC East and failed to make the playoffs.
The arrival of high-profile players like Russell Wilson and Jevon Holland makes it seem like this team is determined to stop being just guests at the party and start becoming what they once were.
The Giants’ early challenges
Aiming to become serious title contenders, these will be the first challenges the Giants must face to start the upcoming NFL season on the right foot.
- @ Washington Commanders, September 7th
- @ Dallas Cowboys, September 14th
- vs Kansas City Chiefs, September 21st
- vs Los Angeles Chargers, September 28th
- @ New Orleans Saints, October 5th
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