NY Giants’ Pass-rushing Duo Earns Recognition Among Best Such Tandems

New York Giants

The New York Giants turned torture into an art form last season, punishing their fan base with a franchise-worst 3-14 campaign that included quarterback instability, porous run defense, uninspiring play-calling, and a needless Week 17 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Multi-time Pro Bowlers Dexter Lawrence and Brian Burns gave fans hope that an elite defense could soon become a reality. Matt Holder of Bleacher Report ranked the Giants’ duo as the fifth-best in the league, acknowledging the experience, production, and versatility this tandem can provide every week. Lawrence’s inclusion in the list is a testament to his unique brand of greatness, considering that few 340-pound defensive tackles can record nine sacks in a single season while also clogging up rushing lanes.

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