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The New York Giants have unearthed a gem in rookie cornerback Tre Hawkins III, who has swiftly ascended the depth chart and is poised to start in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys. Hawkins distinguished himself during training camp and continued to turn heads with stellar plays in pass coverage throughout the preseason.
Joining most of the starting lineup, Hawkins was notably absent from Saturday’s preseason finale against the New York Jets—a clear sign that head coach Brian Daboll has solidified his main roster for the upcoming regular season.