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As NFL reporter Ryan Dunleavy explains, the Giants must decide whether to pick up Thibodeau's fifth-year option before May of the following year. Given his injury struggles, the Giants face a dilemma: is Thibodeau the dominant pass rusher they need, or is he simply a good player? A strong finish this season could create positive momentum heading into the offseason.
However, the bigger picture questions loom over Giants’ general manager Joe Shane’s future. His success as GM is intrinsically tied to the performance of his drafted players, including Thibodeau. With Shane’s earlier draft picks, such as Evan Neal and Kadarius Toney, not delivering expected results, a strong campaign from Thibodeau could be a catalyst for Shane to cement his role with the franchise.