The New York Giants have made it a priority to build a foundation around youth. Sustaining a healthy salary cap and signing big-name free agents ultimately requires plenty of money and young players on rookie contracts.
General manager Dave Gettleman spent ample draft capital on rebuilding the secondary and offensive line. High priced positions like offensive tackle, quarterback, and pass rushers have all been supplemented by draft picks and “prove it” deals.
However, the young foundation they have built has caught the eyes of many. ESPN ranks them as the number two under-25 team in the NFL.