This past March, the New York Giants decided to bolster the offensive line unit by acquiring veteran tackle Cameron Fleming via free agency. Fleming’s exact role with the team was initially unclear until Big Blue decided to draft Georgia All-American tackle Andrew Thomas in April’s opening round. The move essentially made Fleming a backup for the 2020 campaign, as veteran Nate Solder was to retain his starting left tackle role with the rookie Thomas manning the right side.
Nonetheless, things have changed. With Solder opting out of the 2020 season amid health concerns regarding his family, Thomas will likely play on the quarterback’s blindside with Fleming becoming the plug-in option on the right.