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Giants position review: Defensive line remained a strength in 2021

The New York Giants defensive line might be the deepest position on the roster. In 2020, it was almost certainly the deepest position, but the loss of Dalvin Tomlinson in free agency lessened the overall potency of the position group. Tomlinson’s departure was unfortunate, but the defensive line was still effective in 2021.

New York’s plan to replace Tomlinson with Danny Shelton didn’t exactly work as hoped. However, Austin Johnson had a career year with Big Blue. Both Shelton and Johnson are now free agents, and the Giants will have to make decisions regarding both players.