ESPN ranks Leonard Williams among top defensive tackles
ESPN has been ranking the top 10 players at each position leading up to the start of training camp based on a survey of 50 league executives, coaches, scouts and players. When it came time to list the top interior defensive linemen, Leonard Williams landed at No. 7.
As ESPN's Jeremy Fowler notes, Williams' positional flexibility serves as a challenge for opposing offensive lines. He has the ability to line up inside, but can also rush the passer off the edge.
One NFC scout told Fowler, "That combination of size and athleticism is just rare."
Williams played in all 16 games in his first full season with the Giants. In fact, the defensive lineman has played in every game five times in six seasons, missing only one game in his NFL career.
The 26-year-old recorded career-bests with 11.5 sacks, 14.5 tackles for loss, and 30 quarterback hits in 2020. Williams' 62 combined sacks, hits and hurries were also seven more than his previous career-high. His 79.8 overall grade ranked 15th among interior defenders by Pro Football Focus last season, helped by an elite 82.6 run defense grade.
PFF also ranked Williams inside their ranking of the top 10 interior defensive linemen earlier this offseason.
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New York Giants' Leonard Williams, right, sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 23-17 in overtime. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) and New York Giants linebacker Lorenzo Carter (59) celebrate a play in the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) runs around the edge as Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson (65) blocks during an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 23-17 in overtime. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates in the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) gets set at the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. The Eagles defeated the Giants in overtime, 23-17. (Ryan Kang via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a sack during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday December 29th, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) tacklesPhiladelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott (35) (26) during an NFL football game Sunday December 29th, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates in the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Monday December 9th, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
Miami Dolphins running back Patrick Laird (42) is tackled by New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) tackles Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (26) during an NFL football game Monday December 9th, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive linemen B.J. Hill (95), Dexter Lawrence (97), Dalvin Tomlinson (94) and Leonard Williams (99) lead the team onto the field before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday December 15th, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) stands in the tunnel before an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday December 22nd, 2019 in Landover, Md (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) stops Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin (37) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
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New York Giants linebacker Lorenzo Carter (59), defensive end Leonard Williams (99) and defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) look on during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. The Eagles defeated the Giants in overtime, 23-17. (Ryan Kang via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams in action during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
New York Giants defensive tackle Leonard Williams (99) warms up before an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday Dec.1 2019 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Packers defeated the Giants 31-13. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
New York Giants' Leonard Williams during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) pass rushes during an NFL game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Colts 19-14. (Greg Trott via AP)
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) points to fans as he leaves the field after an NFL game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Chicago. The Bear defeated the Giants 19-14. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) reaches for New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday Nov. 10, 2019 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets defeated the Giants 34-27. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. Dallas won 37-18. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) waits for the snap during an NFL game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Colts 19-14. (Greg Trott via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) runs around the edge during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. Dallas won 37-18. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants' Leonard Williams (99) rushes toward New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during a Monday Night NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Monday November 4, 2019 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) motions after a play against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) reacts after tackling Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) and defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) react after the Dallas Cowboys scored a touchdown during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a missed field goal during a week 14 regular season Monday Night Football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Monday December 9th, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during a week 1 regular season Monday Night football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium on September 13th, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants head coach Joe Judge fist bumps New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) before a week 17 regular season football game against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on January 3, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) attempts to block a PAT during a week 17 regular season football game against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on January 3, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during a week 14 regular season football game against the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium on December 13th, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) and New York Giants linebacker Tae Crowder (48) make a tackle during a week 6 regular season football game against the Washington Football Team at MetLife Stadium onOctober 18th, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams during the 2020 production photo shoot at MetLife Stadium on Friday August 8, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during a week 8 regular season Monday Night football game at MetLife Stadium on November 2nd, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) runs onto the field at halftime during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas won 37-34. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) warms up before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton (14) is sacked by New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) gestures during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates after a defense play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 in Seattle. The Giants defeated the Seahawks 17-12. (Alika Jenner via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) in action during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) celebrates after a sack against the Cincinnati Bengals during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Cincinnati. The Giants defeated the Bengals 19-17. (Joe Robbins via AP)
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New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) rushes during an NFL game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in East Rutherford, NJ. The Giants defeated the Eagles 27-17. (Al Tielemans via AP)
Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake (41) is tackled by New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams, left, reacts next to Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Freddie Swain (18) after a play during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) hits Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during an NFL game, Monday, Nov. 02, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Buccaneers beat the Giants 25-23. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Jabrill Peppers (21) reacts with New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Landover, Md. (Michael Owens via AP)
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New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a defensive stop during an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Landover, Md. The Giants defeated Washington 23-20 (Amanda Bowen via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) hits Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during an NFL game, Monday, Nov. 02, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Buccaneers beat the Giants 25-23. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) tackles Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during an NFL game, Monday, Nov. 02, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Buccaneers beat the Giants 25-23. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) reacts during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 20: Chicago New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) tries to embrace the sounds of an empty Soldier Field during in action NFL game between the Chicago Bears and the New York Giants on September 20, 2020 at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Te Bates via AP)
New York Giants' Leonard Williams, right, celebrates after sacking Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady Monday Nov. 2, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) displays the New Quest patch during training camp Fan Fest practice at MetLife Stadium on Friday August 5, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) throws shirts to the fans following training camp Fan Fest practice at MetLife Stadium on Friday August 5, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a sack during a week 3 football game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday September 26th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during a week 3 football game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday September 26th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) flexes during Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on Wednesday June 8, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during a week 9 football game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday November 8th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during training camp practice at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on Monday August 8, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during training camp practice at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on Monday August 8, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during a Week 4 football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday October 3, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) before a week 18 football game against the Washington Football Team on Sunday January 9th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during a week 14 football game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, December 12, 2021 in Inglewood, California.
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) watches from the sideline during a week 16 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday December 26th, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (99) stands with Don Wink Martindale during organized team activity at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on Friday June 3, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a sack during a week 7 football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday October 24th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
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21 Questions: 2021 breakout candidates
With the calendar flipped to July, Giants.com asks 21 important questions heading into the team's 2021 training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center.
For 21 days, a member of the Giants.com crew will answer one question about the roster, coaching staff, schedule, and much more.
Dan Salomone: Clinching a Week 17 victory over the rival Cowboys with an interception was a good way to springboard safety Xavier McKinney into his sophomore campaign. While a fractured foot delayed his rookie debut until Week 12 last year, teammates and coaches still knew how special McKinney could be in the NFL. He started to show that as he got his legs under him, and his game should only improve with Pro Bowl-caliber players and leaders around him at every level of the defense.
In terms of a player with a few more years under his belt, edge defender Ifeadi Odenigbo is a name to remember. The newcomer from the Vikings has already built a strong relationship with assistant head coach/defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.
"Outside of football, he's a very knowledgeable guy," said Graham, who played college football at Yale. "We were doing Zooms, and I saw his artwork in the background and helped me out. He provided the connection there for the artwork. Smart guy. I like the way he plays football. He has versatility inside and outside on the line. Natural pass rush ability. Plays strong with his hands. Physical edge setter and a great attitude. He's always soaking it up. He's very serious, but he could play around a little bit."
Through the Years: Giants vs. Broncos
Week 1 is just over two months away.
The Giants will welcome the Denver Broncos to MetLife Stadium for the season opener on September 12 for a 4:25PM kickoff.
Check out the gallery below to view the best photos of the history between the Giants and their Week 1 opponent.
View rare photos of the history between the New York Giants and Denver Broncos.
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer (81) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass from quarterback Kent Graham as Denver Broncos cornerback Tito Paul (28) was unable to break up the play in the fourth quarter Sunday, Dec. 13, 1998 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The touchdown gave the Giants a 20-16 win over the Broncos to end their run at an unbeaten season. (AP Photo/John Dunn)
Lawrence Taylor (56), Erik Howard (74) and Leonard Marshall (70) jubilate over Denver Broncos QB John Elway after he was sacked by George Martin (75) for safety in second quarter of Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif. Sunday Jan. 25, 1987.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) looks to get rid of the football as he caught for a sack by the New York Giants Jim Burt during second quarter NFL action at Giants Stadium, Sunday, Nov. 23, 1986, East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) talks to Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) before the NFL game on November 23, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 19-16. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants' Mark Bavaro, left, is tackled after 15 yard pass reception in the first half at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Nov. 23, 1986. Denver Broncos Jim Ryan (50) is at left. (AP Photo)
New York Giants Phil McConkey cradles the ball as Denver Broncos Steve Wilson, right, looks on at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Nov. 23, 1986. McConkey gained 46 yards on the play to set up the winning field goal. (AP Photo/Susan Regan)
New York Giants defensive end George Martin (75) works his way around a block by Denver Broncos offensive lineman Ken Lanier (76) during the NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Nov. 23, 1986 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won the game 19-16. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants defender Erik Howard (74) and Lawrence Taylor (56) stand over Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway after he was sacked in the endzone for a safety during second quarter action in Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif., in this Jan. 25, 1987 photo. Hoping to purge the past, the Denver Broncos aim to make amends for their three Super Bowl failures under Elway. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) shown in action in Super Bowl XXI game in Pasadena, Ca., Sunday, Jan. 25, 1987. The Giants defeated the Denver Broncos, 39-20. (AP Photo)
Defensive tackle Leonard Marshall (70) of the New York Giants rushes quarterback John Elway (7) of the Denver Broncos during Super Bowl XXI January 25,1987 in Pasadena. The Giants defeated the Broncos 39- 20. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway gets pressure from New York Giants Leonard Marshall (70) and Jim Burt (64) during the second quarter of Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 25, 1987. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)
New York Giants Phil McConkey dives for the ball for a touchdown after it bounced off Mark Bavaro (left) in the fourth quarter of Super BowlXXI, Jan. 25, 1987 in Pasadena. Center is Broncos cornerback Mike Harden (31). (AP Photo/Peter Southwick)
New York Giants defensive backs Herb Welch and Kenny Hill wrap up Broncos wide receiver Vance Johnson during the Giants 39 - 20 victory over the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXI on January 25, 1987 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
New York Giants wide receiver Stacy Robinson runs upfield and is pushed out of bounds by Broncos cornerback Steve Wilson during the Giants 39 - 20 victory over the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXI on January 25, 1987 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
New York Giants tight end Mark Bavaro (89) is stopped by Denver Broncos Dennis Smith (49) after taking a 17-yard pass from quarterback Phil Simms in the first quarter of Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 25, 1987. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
New York Giants wide receiver Lionel Manuel (86) runs with the football and is pushed out of bounds by Denver Broncos safety Dennis Smith (49) during a 39 - 20 victory in Super Bowl XXI on Jan. 25, 1987 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Cal. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
New York Giants running back Ottis Anderson (24) is congratulated by guard William Moore (66) after scoring on a two-yard run during a Super Bowl XXI NFL game against the Denver Broncos in Pasadena, on January 25, 1987. The Giants defeated the Broncos 39-20. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
One Hall of Famer chases another as New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson (53) chases Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) during the Giants 39-20 victory over the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXI on January 25, 1987 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms winds up to pass in the first quarter of Super Bowl XXI, Jan. 25, 1987 in Pasadena, Calif. Left is Broncos Rulon Jones (75) and Giants left tackle Brad Benson (60). (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms winds up and looks for a receiver during the second quarter of Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 25, 1987. Coming in at right is Broncos Andre Townsend. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)
New York Giants running back Joe Morris (20) find a hole for short gain in the third quarter of Super Bowl XXI, Jan. 25, 1987 in Pasadena, Calif. Right is Broncos cornerback Louis Wright (20). Giants won, 39-20. (AP Photo/Lennox Mclendon)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) rolls out during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos at Mile High Stadium on December 10, 1989. The Giants defeated the Broncos 14-7. (Peter Read Miller via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer (81) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass from quarterback Kent Graham as Denver Broncos cornerback Tito Paul (28) was unable to break up the play in the fourth quarter Sunday, Dec. 13, 1998 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The touchdown gave the Giants a 20-16 win over the Broncos to end their run at an unbeaten season. (AP Photo/John Dunn)
New York Giants wide receiver Joe Jurevicius (86) is tripped up by a diving Denver Broncos cornerback Tito Paul after completing a 15-yard reception in the second quarter at Giants Stadium Sunday, Dec. 13, 1998 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
New York Giants fullback Jim Finn, right, has words with Denver Broncos defensive tackle Gerard Warren after Warren was called for a holding penalty during the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey (80) runs out of bounds ahead of Denver Bronco's Ian Gold after catching a fourth quarter 24-yard pass from quarterback Eli Manning setting up the Giants final touchdown for a 24-23 victory Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer, right, scores the winning touchdown on a two-yard pass as Denver Broncos cornerback Domonique Foxworth defends, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won, 24-23.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass as he is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Trevor Pryce (93) during the second quarter Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Manning completed 23 of 42 passes for 214 yards and two touchdowns as the Giants beat the Broncos, 24-23. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce (58) tackles Denver Broncos tight end Jeb Putzier (88) on second down in the second quarter of their game, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer, right, reacts after scoring the winning touchdown on a two-yard pass against Denver Broncos cornerback Domonique Foxworth, left, to give the Giants a 24-23 win Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Denver Broncos tight end Stephen Alexander (82) is tackled by New York Giants cornerback Will Allen during the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play during the first quarter an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks with Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton (8) following an NFL football game in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. Denver won 26-6. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) looks for running room during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants wide receiver Domenik Hixon (87) is tackled by Denver Broncos safety David Bruton (30) during the third quarter of an NFL football game in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey during the first quarter of an NFL football game in Denver, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall has a pass deflected by New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) during an NFL football game against the at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning passes against Denver Broncos linebacker Mario Haggan during an NFL football game at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss runs during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (34) celebrates after picking up a first down during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Denver Broncos during a week 2 football game on September 14, 2013 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) evades a tackle by Denver Broncos' Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (45) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Denver Broncos' Eric Decker (87) is tackled by New York Giants' Jacquian Williams (57), Corey Webster (23) and Mark Herzlich (58) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants Rueben Randle (82) is tackled by Denver Broncos' Kayvon Webster (36) and Andre Caldwell (12) during the first half of an NFL football game on a kick return Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) is tackled by New York Giants' Spencer Paysinger (52) and Linval Joseph during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Denver Broncos' Duke Ihenacho (33) tackles New York Giants' David Wilson (22) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) makes a catch during a week 2 football game against the Denver Broncos on September 14, 2013 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants Hakeem Nicks, left, attempts to avoid a tackle by Denver Broncos cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Da'Rel Scott (33) rushes past Denver Broncos' David Bruton (30) to score a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Broncos won the game 41-23. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle (82) runs away from Denver Broncos' Tony Carter (32) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) makes a catch during a week 2 football game against the Denver Broncos on September 14, 2013 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) shakes hands with his brother New York Giants' Eli Manning (10) after an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) is tackled during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls out the defense as Chris Snee (76) and David Baas (64) listen during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Denver Broncos' Tony Carter (32) dives for New York Giants' Rueben Randle (82) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball (28) gets up after fumbling the ball during the first half of an NFL football game as New York Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas (24) and Prince Amukamara (20) celebrate recovering the ball Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) crosses midfield on a 19-yard reception during third quarter action against the Denver Broncos in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. October 15, 2017. (AP Photo via Eric Bakke)
New York Giants rookie tight end Evan Engram (88) is upended after making a catch during a 6 NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in Denver. New York won 23-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
The Denver Broncos offense lines up against the New York Giants defense during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) runs with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram runs against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Players for the New York Giants and the Denver Broncos shake hands before an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) carries the ball during a NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday October 15, 2017 in Denver. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) runs upfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Denver Broncos during a NFL football game on Sunday October 15, 2017 in Denver. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) greets New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) after an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. The Giants won, 23-10. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws the ball during a week 6 NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in Denver. New York won 23-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)
The Denver Broncos start a play against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) runs after the catch in front of Denver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) during a week 6 NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in Denver. New York won 23-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) prepares for the snap under center during a week 6 NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in Denver. New York won 23-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) hands off to Orleans Darkwa (26) during fourth quarter action against the Denver Broncos in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. October 15, 2017. (AP Photo via Eric Bakke)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) runs upfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
