Vernon, along with Jason Pierre-Paul, makes up the Giants' sturdy defensive end duo. Both players are strong against the run and rush the passer well, although fans (and the Giants) would like to see more sacks in 2017.
Vernon battled through a busted hand early in the season and finished with 8.5 sacks and 64 tackles. Many would have liked to see a higher sack total, but Vernon was rated Pro Football Focus's most productive 4-3 right end due to his pressures and hurries, as well as sacks.