How much attention do the New York Giants need to give the offensive line in the 2021 NFL Draft? With just hours to go until the first pick is announced, that is one of the more hotly-debated topics in the team’s fanbase. Over the months leading up to the draft it has also likely been a focus of discussions amongst Giants decision-makers.
Let’s try to unpack the layers of that decision.
Where things stand
The Giants offensive line did not, overall, play at an acceptable level in 2020. Pro Football Focus ranked the line 31st in the 32-team league.