When the New York Giants signed veteran swing tackle James Hudson to a two-year, $12 million deal in free agency this offseason, they thought they were getting a reliable Andrew Thomas insurance policy.
Not only did Hudson's name fit right in with New York, but his play style and demeanor did as well. He was joining an offensive line that really hasn't had much to be proud of in years. The tape said it all. Once Thomas went down with a season-ending Lisfranc injury, the line collapsed. The real problem was there just wasn't enough depth to cover up his loss.