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A Fractured Foundation: The Impact of Previous Draft Classes
The Giants' past draft decisions form a significant part of the discussion surrounding their current predicament. The franchise has severely struggled with early-round picks such as Kayvon Thibodeaux and Evan Neal, failing to build a solid nucleus around which to build a competitive team. Meanwhile, a franchise such as the Detroit Lions has seemingly turned their fortunes around by making astute draft selections and creating a supportive environment for their quarterback.
For the Giants, the failure to capitalize on high picks has resulted in repeated disappointments, leading to an urgent need to reassess their operational strategies.