The NFC East appears poised to reestablish itself as one of the NFL’s premier divisions heading into the 2025 season. This division includes the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, as well as last season’s conference runners-up, the Washington Commanders. Adding to the excitement is a rejuvenated Dallas Cowboys squad, which anticipates a more dynamic offense with the return of quarterback Dak Prescott and the acquisition of wide receiver George Pickens.
Bleacher Report recently highlighted the division’s promise with a graphic celebrating its competitiveness. However, there was a glaring oversight: the New York Giants were left out entirely. While some might dismiss this as a minor slip, it’s a snub that isn’t likely to go unnoticed by the Giants or their fanbase, who may take it as bulletin board material and added motivation heading into the season.
The Giants have been largely overlooked in recent years, considered irrelevant by much of the league, its media, and fans. But that might be about to change. The franchise has been quietly rebuilding in East Rutherford. After a couple of seasons marked by missed opportunities and adjustments, general manager Joe Schoen seems to have found his footing. His recent drafts have shown marked improvement, with his most recent efforts being particularly impressive.
This year’s draft was a major success for the Giants. Despite being underappreciated by many, they managed to land what many analysts consider the top prospect in the class—Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter. They also traded up to select quarterback Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss, a move that could solidify their future under center. Schoen didn’t stop there; he addressed key weaknesses across the roster, especially at quarterback, where the team brought in veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston as experienced options.
Though the Giants ended last season with a disappointing 3-14 record, eight of those losses were by just eight points or fewer. They scored more than 20 points in only four games—and won three of them. These stats hint that the team was more competitive than their record suggests.
Now, the Giants may be on the verge of turning things around. Their historical recipe for success has always included a strong pass rush and dependable quarterback play, and both areas have seen significant upgrades since last year. With the pieces falling into place, New York might be much closer to playoff contention than most expect.
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