The Giants.com crew is presented with four statements and must decide whether they are Fact or Fiction.
WR Malik Nabers would be the Giants' top candidate to participate in flag football at the Olympics.
Dan Salomone: Fiction – To help me answer this question, I enlisted Tara Belinsky, the Giants' community and youth football manager. No one would know better than the Community Relations department because they are out there helping grow the game that is now part of the Olympics. Belinsky's first thought was a different wide receiver, Wan'Dale Robinson. The 5-foot-8, 185-pounder has the shiftiness required to excel at the sport. Ihmir Smith-Marsette, who has made a living avoiding would-be tacklers as a returner, would also be a strong option.
Matt Citak: Fact – This one is a no-brainer. Nabers is not only the most electric player on the Giants, but he's one of the most electric players in all of football. His speed, quickness, and elusiveness, all qualities that make him tough to bring down, would translate well to flag football. We saw a bit of his flag football potential during last year's Pro Bowl Games, where he caught two touchdown passes to help the NFC defeat the AFC. If he decides to play, Nabers would easily be one of the best flag football players at the Olympics.
WR Malik Nabers vs. CB Paulson Adebo will be the matchup to watch in practices.
Dan Salomone: Fiction – I still need to get to the bottom of whatever went on at Penn State practices with Abdul Carter and Theo Johnson. The following conversation occurred during Carter's combine interview, which was captured in the “Giants Life” season premiere.
GM Joe Schoen: We have Theo on our team. What would he say about you?
Carter: He would say I'm competitive, but we got into it a lot just being on different sides of the ball. My last game, he just came up to me and said like he gave me his respect. He has my respect. I like Theo.
OLB Coach Charlie Bullen: Ok, so this…
Carter: … Wait until I see him again, though. We've got some unfinished business.
Matt Citak: Fact – With no contact allowed, there is not much to gain from the performance of the offensive and defensive linemen during OTAs. Those battles pick up steam at training camp, but during these spring workouts, it's more about the pass-catchers and defensive backs. What better matchup is there than the one between the team's top receiver and top cornerback? Adebo is coming off a serious leg injury, so it will be good to see him back on the field looking like his old self. Trying to slow down Nabers will be quite the welcome back for the veteran corner.
Abdul Carter, Jaxson Dart, and Cam Skattebo put on their full Giants uniform for the first time at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere.
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants defensive end Abdul Carter (51) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)
The player with the most to gain in spring practices is TE Theo Johnson.
Dan Salomone: Fact – My ears always perk up whenever a player, coach, or general manager brings up a name unprompted during an interview. That seemed to happen a lot with Theo Johnson this offseason, from Russell Wilson at his introductory press conference to Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll at the Annual League Meeting. The Giants need to push the ball downfield more, and the young tight end can take advantage of Wilson's accuracy down the seam. The 10-time Pro Bowl quarterback also noticed the fourth-round pick's blocking ability.
Matt Citak: Fiction – Despite missing the end of the season due to a foot injury, Johnson showed enough during his rookie campaign where he should be the favorite to be the team's top tight end in 2025. I'm not sure how much he really has to gain this spring other than showing he's back healthy and ready to go. The player that could really help himself the most during OTAs and minicamp is Jalin Hyatt. The third-year receiver caught only eight passes last season while playing just 33 percent of offensive snaps. Hyatt could push for more playing time in Year 3, but it starts with him showing the coaching staff something during spring practices. Russell Wilson's ability to throw the deep ball accurately should provide Hyatt with a boost.
The top breakout candidate for this season is CB Dru Phillips.
Dan Salomone: Fact – The secondary was talented but inexperienced last season, something Joe Schoen rectified with the signings of cornerback Paulson Adebo and safety Jevón Holland. Phillips, like Tyler Nubin and Deonte Banks, will benefit from the veteran additions on top of having another year under their belt. They will also have some guys making mayhem in front of them, and Phillips has shown he's not afraid to create some of his own.
Matt Citak: Fiction – Similar to my last answer, Phillips is coming off a rookie year where he finished as one of Pro Football Focus' top cornerbacks. I see the second-year corner having another strong season, but it would be a little tough for me to consider it a true breakout year. Instead, I'm going with his fellow sophomore classmate, Tyler Nubin. The safety out of Minnesota had a solid rookie year, finishing second on the team with 98 total tackles despite missing the final four games. But Nubin did not register a single interception following a collegiate career where he made a name for himself as a ballhawk. With Jevón Holland now in the fold, along with Adebo, the secondary should take a big step in 2025. Nubin should have the ability to play all over the field more than he did last season, which could lead to big things for the young safety.
See who led the Giants in sacks each season since it became an official statistic in 1982.
1982 Lawrence Taylor - 7.5 sacks
1983 (tied) Lawrence Taylor/George Martin - 9 sacks
1983 (tied) Lawrence Taylor/George Martin - 9 sacks
1984 Lawrence Taylor - 11.5 sacks
1985 Leonard Marshall - 15.5 sacks
1986 Lawrence Taylor - 20.5 sacks
1987 Lawrence Taylor - 12 sacks
1988 Lawrence Taylor - 15.5 sacks
1989 Lawrence Taylor - 15 sacks
1990 Lawrence Taylor - 10.5 sacks
1991 Leonard Marshall - 11 sacks
1992 Lawrence Taylor - 5 sacks
1993 Keith Hamilton - 11.5 sacks
1994 (tied) Erik Howard/Keith Hamilton - 6.5 sacks
1995 Michael Strahan - 7.5 sacks
1996 (tied) Chad Bratzke/Michael Strahan - 5 sacks
1996 (tied) Chad Bratzke/Michael Strahan - 5 sacks
1997 Michael Strahan - 14 sacks
1998 Michael Strahan - 15 sacks
1999 Jessie Armstead - 9 sacks
2000 Keith Hamilton - 10 sacks
2001 Michael Strahan - 22.5 sacks
2002 Michael Strahan - 11 sacks
2003 Michael Strahan - 18.5 sacks
2004 Osi Umenyiora - 7 sacks
2005 Osi Umenyiora - 14.5 sacks
2006 Osi Umenyiora - 6 sacks
2007 Osi Umenyiora - 13 sacks
2008 Justin Tuck - 12 sacks
2009 Osi Umenyiora - 7 sacks
2010 (tied) Justin Tuck/Osi Umenyiora - 11.5 sacks
2011 Jason Pierre-Paul - 16.5 sacks
2012 Jason Pierre-Paul - 6.5 sacks
2013 Justin Tuck - 11 sacks
2014 Jason Pierre-Paul - 12.5 sacks
2015 Robert Ayers Jr. - 9.5 sacks
2016 Olivier Vernon - 8.5 sacks
2017 Jason Pierre-Paul - 8.5 sacks
2018 Olivier Vernon - 7 sacks
2019 Markus Golden - 10 sacks
2020 Leonard Williams- 11.5 sacks
2021 Azeez Ojulari - 8 sacks
2022 Dexter Lawrence - 7.5 sacks
2023 Kayvon Thibodeaux - 11.5 sacks
2024 Dexter Lawrence - 9 sacks
