A brief look at our division rival's offseason

[Roosevelt]

A look at how the Giants’ rivals in the NFC East stack up:

Philadelphia Eagles

Coach: Doug Pederson (third season)

Biggest newcomers: The Eagles are smart. They realize changing things up after a championship helps reinvigorate a roster, and trading for DE Michael Bennett and signing run-stopping DT Haloti Ngata imports veteran savvy and considerable talent, helping a top-notch unit get even stronger. The signing of deep threat WR Mike Wallace brings a vertical threat to the offense. Rookie CB Sidney Jones was supposed to be gone in the first round, but an Achilles tendon injury dropped him into the second round. He could turn into a steal. If healthy, he could be an immediate starter.

Biggest losses: The Super Bowl champs could not keep everyone and thus longtime DE Vinny Curry became a salary-cap casualty, as was CB Patrick Robinson, a valuable nickel back. Otherwise, the Eagles parted ways with veterans such as RB LeGarrette Blount and WR Torrey Smith, players who did not fit into the 2018 plans.

Camp outlook: Every move made by QB Carson Wentz will be chronicled, as the dynamic young stud comes off ACL surgery and looks to regain his place operating Pederson’s diverse attack, unseating Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles. The return of LT Jason Peters from an ACL injury should make an already powerhouse offensive line even stronger. After winning their first Super Bowl in franchise history, do the Eagles show the hunger that carried them in 2017?

How they fared vs. Giants last season: A 2-0 sweep: Beat the Giants 27-24 in Philadelphia and 34-29 at MetLife Stadium.

Preseason schedule: Aug. 9 vs. Steelers; Aug. 16 at Patriots; Aug. 23 at Browns; Aug. 30 vs. Jets.

Dallas Cowboys

Coach: Jason Garrett (eighth season)

Biggest newcomers: The Cowboys always get a kick out of adding players who may have underachieved elsewhere, and they did it again this year with the additions of WR Tavon Austin, WR Allen Hurns and DE Kony Ealy. Hurns never developed into a bona fide No. 1 receiver in Jacksonville, and Austin, traded away by the Rams, will be used as a receiver out of the backfield and the slot. Rookie LB Leighton Vander Esch from Boise State moves Jaylon Smith out of the middle and provides insurance for injury-prone Sean Lee.

Biggest losses: It is a changing of the guard within the Dallas offense, as TE Jason Witten retired and WR Dez Bryant was released. That dynamic duo combined for 132 receptions, 1,398 yards and 11 touchdowns last season, and the look and feel of the Cowboys’ attack will be different without them. LB Anthony Hitchens started 12 games in 2017 but left via free agency to sign with the Chiefs.

Camp outlook: In addition to how the offense responds to the absences of former mainstays Witten and Bryant, a key this summer will be how quickly the young and fairly hodge-podge secondary comes together. At least there is no threat of suspension hanging over the head of RB Ezekiel Elliott this year.

How they fared vs. Giants: A 2-0 sweep: Won 19-3 in Dallas and 30-10 at MetLife Stadium.

Preseason schedule: Aug. 9 at 49ers; Aug. 18 vs. Bengals; Aug. 26 vs. Cardinals; Aug. 30 at Texans.

Washington Redskins

Coach: Jay Gruden (fifth season)

Biggest newcomers: Yeah, trading for Alex Smith to take over as the starting quarterback is a big deal. Smith is considered to be a smart guy on the field, and it is essential he pick up the new offense quickly. Figure he dinks and dunks and scrambles just as well in Washington as he did in Kansas City. The big free-agent pickup was WR Paul Richardson, who caught a career-high 44 passes last season for the Seahawks. CB Orlando Scandrick and LB Pernell McPhee were added on defense, as was rookie DT De’Ron Payne. Rookie RB Derrius Guice will get plenty of action.

Biggest losses: Finally, the price tag for QB Kirk Cousins grew too large, and the Redskins watched him leave to sign a mega-deal with the Vikings. Cousins was the heart and soul of the Redskins offense, and replacing him, even with the veteran Smith, will not be easy. Other losses: CB Bashaud Breeland, S Su’a Cravens CB Kendall Fuller, DE Trent Murphy.

Camp outlook: The Redskins did well to replace Cousins with Smith, but now comes the hard part: Getting the 34-year old Smith acclimated to a new offense and getting him in sync with his new teammates. The Redskins will also go through the summer trying to make sure key players such as LT Trent Williams, G Morgan Moses and TE Jordan Reed are healed up following offseason surgeries.

How they fared vs. Giants: 1-1 split. Redskins won 20-10 at FedEx Field and lost 18-10 in the season finale at MetLife Stadium.

Preseason schedule: Aug. 9 at Patriots; Aug. 16 vs. Jets; Aug. 24 vs. Broncos; Aug. 30 at Ravens.

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[amarth]

I’ll be honest, I think the Cowgirls sweep us this year AGAIN. I want to vomit just thinking about it but their D line and LB’ers are looking better and better. Demarcus Lawrence will eat Flowers for lunch. Luckily, Irving is suspended for the first 4 games but last year Irving and Lawrence were suspended for the first game IIRC and we still sucked.

[Merc]

The Girls are going down. Flowers will kick butt or Hernandez will kick his butt.

[Sarcasman]

Good stuff, Rosie. I don't think Smith's year is going to be similar to his years at KCs at all. We'll see of course, but I would never compare the Washington offense to KC's.

[ocgiant]

Nice summary well put together...

Phillie is tough no way around it I am happy to split...

Cowboys you never know... I believe Giants split

Redskins sweep them this year new QB in new division

[jimmieray]

Jul 23, 2018 15:03:55 GMT -5 amarth said:

I’ll be honest, I think the Cowgirls sweep us this year AGAIN. I want to vomit just thinking about it but their D line and LB’ers are looking better and better. Demarcus Lawrence will eat Flowers for lunch. Luckily, Irving is suspended for the first 4 games but last year Irving and Lawrence were suspended for the first game IIRC and we still sucked.

I think it's a good thing our team doesn't play them to start the season. Hopefully the O-line and running game are in a good groove, and we're somewhat more even in that area. Our receiving options should be markedly superior. We will need the offense to help the defense out, in ball control.

[jimmieray]

Jul 23, 2018 22:32:54 GMT -5 Sarcasman said:

Good stuff, Rosie. I don't think Smith's year is going to be similar to his years at KCs at all. We'll see of course, but I would never compare the Washington offense to KC's.

Any games I saw the Chiefs play in recent years, Smith seemed to go to Kelce an awful lot. And they did have a season not too long ago where no WR caught a TD pass. I don't see him putting up big points in Washington.

[jimmieray]

Eagles: Curse of the Dream Team, Super Bowl hangover, QB controversy, complacence, horseshit in mouth disease... really no chance for these poor losers.

[JoeBigBlue]

The Eagles had their one and done; they'll self destruct and wind up back in the sewer where they belong.

[ThatGuyRich]

Loved the summary Rosie, but didn't we beat the Eagles the last game last year and wind up splitting with them ?

I think NFC East goes :
1) Philly
2) Giants
3) Wash
4) Dallas

PHILLY - looks darn good to me, only weakness I see is possible RB loss of Blount.
NY - I think offense is going to have to carry the day this season. Lots of points plus help defense by ball control. Defense tough vs run, secondary good enough "BUT" no pass rush. Very big "BUT".
WASH - Smith excellent pick up after losing Cousins, Guice yes a headcase and a half but dangerous. Defense should be much better.
DALLAS - Hurns is good but can be shut down, Austin overrated. Play 8 in the box stop Zeke with their o line that should decide the game. Defense has a few good players but secondary should be a sieve. Prescott mediocre at best believe tough season coming up for him.

[Sarcasman]

Jul 24, 2018 7:45:35 GMT -5 jimmieray said:

Jul 23, 2018 22:32:54 GMT -5 Sarcasman said:

Good stuff, Rosie. I don't think Smith's year is going to be similar to his years at KCs at all. We'll see of course, but I would never compare the Washington offense to KC's.

Any games I saw the Chiefs play in recent years, Smith seemed to go to Kelce an awful lot. And they did have a season not too long ago where no WR caught a TD pass. I don't see him putting up big points in Washington.

They had one of the most dynamic offenses in football.  I’m pretty sure that wasn’t primarily due to Alex Smith.  

[Sarcasman]

I hope you guys are right about Philly but they seem really, really well constructed and deep. I know that’s not important in this league because you only need a really good QB to win, but maybe they’re the exception to that rule.

[JoeBigBlue]

Jul 24, 2018 10:20:58 GMT -5 Sarcasman said:

I hope you guys are right about Philly but they seem really, really well constructed and deep. I know that’s not important in this league because you only need a really good QB to win, but maybe they’re the exception to that rule.

We should send Jenn over there with her knives to....ummm..."say hello to the team"...

[shocknaweny]

Giants sweep Cowboys and Skins this season and split with the Eagles....I'm being perhaps overly optimistic here but I think the Boys' are a 7-9 team at best and Washington will just be downright awful like the Giants last year 

[jimmieray]

Jul 24, 2018 10:18:34 GMT -5 Sarcasman said:

Jul 24, 2018 7:45:35 GMT -5 jimmieray said:

Any games I saw the Chiefs play in recent years, Smith seemed to go to Kelce an awful lot. And they did have a season not too long ago where no WR caught a TD pass. I don't see him putting up big points in Washington.

They had one of the most dynamic offenses in football.  I’m pretty sure that wasn’t primarily due to Alex Smith.  

Seems more from the strong running game and turnovers by the defense.

[Sarcasman]

Jul 24, 2018 11:00:13 GMT -5 jimmieray said:

Jul 24, 2018 10:18:34 GMT -5 Sarcasman said:

They had one of the most dynamic offenses in football.  I’m pretty sure that wasn’t primarily due to Alex Smith.  

Seems more from the strong running game and turnovers by the defense.

A great O line, a creative offensive mind designing and running it and extremely talented skill positions players that make plays.  I don;t see a lot of Kareem Hunts or Tyreek Hills on the skins.

[nysports98]

HB Guice gone for season


Guice finished with six carries for 19 yards in Thursday’s preseason opener. A penalty wiped out the long run that ended with his injury. The initial diagnosis was a sprained MCL.

Guice was Washington’s second-round draft pick, and he was expected to play a big part in the run game."

and the risk reward for going HB plays on



www.google.com/amp/s/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/08/10/derrius-guice-tears-acl-will-miss-rookie-season/amp/

[giantlegacy]

Aug 10, 2018 15:38:08 GMT -5 nysports98 said:

HB Guice gone for season


Guice finished with six carries for 19 yards in Thursday’s preseason opener. A penalty wiped out the long run that ended with his injury. The initial diagnosis was a sprained MCL.

Guice was Washington’s second-round draft pick, and he was expected to play a big part in the run game."

and the risk reward for going HB plays on



www.google.com/amp/s/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/08/10/derrius-guice-tears-acl-will-miss-rookie-season/amp/

Ick
I hate to see these things in preseason even on division rivals.

[Miked1958]

Aug 10, 2018 15:45:33 GMT -5 giantlegacy said:

Aug 10, 2018 15:38:08 GMT -5 nysports98 said:

HB Guice gone for season


Guice finished with six carries for 19 yards in Thursday’s preseason opener. A penalty wiped out the long run that ended with his injury. The initial diagnosis was a sprained MCL.

Guice was Washington’s second-round draft pick, and he was expected to play a big part in the run game."

and the risk reward for going HB plays on



www.google.com/amp/s/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/08/10/derrius-guice-tears-acl-will-miss-rookie-season/amp/

Ick
I hate to see these things in preseason even on division rivals.

I agree. Don't wish injury upon any player or team. He would of been a first round pick if not for the off field issues so skins felt lucky to get him in 2nd

I'm sure we all wanted to see Barkley get more then 5 touches but in light of some of the injuries around the league last night I'm okay with him having a quick exit

[giantlegacy]

Aug 10, 2018 15:50:15 GMT -5 Miked1958 said:

Aug 10, 2018 15:45:33 GMT -5 giantlegacy said:

Ick
I hate to see these things in preseason even on division rivals.

I agree. Don't wish injury upon any player or team. He would of been a first round pick if not for the off field issues so skins felt lucky to get him in 2nd

I'm sure we all wanted to see Barkley get more then 5 touches but in light of some of the injuries around the league last night I'm okay with him having a quick exit

Also more than OK with Stewart getting some of the plays in the 1st 2 series that undoubtedly would have gone to Barkley if he wasn't on a "pitch count"

[Miked1958]

Aug 10, 2018 15:52:41 GMT -5 giantlegacy said:

Aug 10, 2018 15:50:15 GMT -5 Miked1958 said:

I agree. Don't wish injury upon any player or team. He would of been a first round pick if not for the off field issues so skins felt lucky to get him in 2nd

I'm sure we all wanted to see Barkley get more then 5 touches but in light of some of the injuries around the league last night I'm okay with him having a quick exit

Also more than OK with Stewart getting some of the plays in the 1st 2 series that undoubtedly would have gone to Barkley if he wasn't on a "pitch count"

Yes. Gallman, Martin & Simmons all looked good

I wonder how many RBs they keep on final 53?

[GameTime]

Screw them all !!!!!!

With that said the Giants have so much to prove.