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20-06-2025
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Giants Coach Hints at Cornerback Competition
Giants Coach Hints at Cornerback Competition originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Giants spent the offseason giving the defense a facelift. In the opening days of free agency, they signed corner Paulson Adebo and safety Jevon Holland to three-year deals, remodeling a secondary that couldn't generate turnovers in 2024. Advertisement In the NFL Draft, New York doubled down on defense, drafting edge rusher Abdul Carter with the No. 3 pick and defensive tackle Darius Alexander in the third round. In turn, general manager Joe Schoen's defense is nearly complete. His defensive line is among the league's elite and his secondary is capable of taking advantage of that prowess. The Giants' biggest question on defense now resides at that second boundary corner spot, where Deonte Banks will hope to make up ground in Year 3. However, his job isn't necessarily security, as head coach Brian Daboll hinted at a cornerback competition while speaking at minicamp. 'I would say that we'll find out who the starters are at the end of training camp,' Daboll told reporters on Wednesday. 'Guys are getting different reps against different people, not just in that spot, in different areas as well. And we'll give everybody an opportunity to earn their role.' Banks' main competition looks to be Cor'Dale Flott, who New York has asked to play both perimeter and slot corner in recent seasons. Neither played particularly well in 2024 – Banks struggled mightily at times – but both stand to benefit from the offseason additions. Advertisement Holland's coverage skills add another layer of security over the top, Adebo allows them to take on opposing teams' second option, and the pass rush should put them in positions to win. 'I'd say there's a number of spots open, I'm not going to get into specific stuff,' he added. 'We think a lot of Deonte, we think a lot of Flott. They both produced for us in a number of different ways and they both deserve an opportunity to compete.' That opportunity starts in late July when training gives the staff an opportunity to get an extended look at its roster battles. Banks' effort questions stained his season, and his struggles against top receivers were a significant hurdle. Flott offers a lower ceiling, but seemingly a higher floor, although Banks' draft capital likely provides a leg up in this competition. Daboll insisted the decision will be merit-based, Advertisement 'Again, there's open competition in a lot of spots and we'll give everybody an opportunity to earn the role,' he said. 'Whoever earns it will be the ones that play.' Related: Ducks Fly Together: Kayvon Praises Giants' Chemistry Related: 3 Questions Will Define Giants' Defense This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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15-06-2025
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Giants seemingly have a position battle forming for CB2 job
East Rutherford, NJ -- June 5, 2025 -- Cornerback, Deonte Banks as the New York Giants players participate in their 2025 OTAÕs at the Quest Diagnostic Giants Training Center in East Rutherford. Credit: Chris Pedota, / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images East Rutherford, NJ -- June 5, 2025 -- Cornerback, Deonte Banks as the New York Giants players participate in their 2025 OTAÕs at the Quest Diagnostic Giants Training Center in East Rutherford. Credit: Chris Pedota, / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The New York Giants made massive upgrades to their secondary this offseason, signing cornerback Paulson Adebo and safety Jevon Holland in free agency. With Adebo stepping in as the Giants' new CB1, third-year cornerback Deonte Banks is set to step back into a lessened role as CB2. Advertisement However, during OTAs this spring, that CB2 job seemed anything but secure for Banks. Giants had Deonte Banks & Cor'Dale Flott splitting reps as CB2 in OTAs According to Dan Duggan of The Athletic, Banks and fourth-year cornerback Cor'Dale Flott split second-team reps throughout OTAs. 'Deonte Banks and [Cor'Dale] Flott split reps as the starting outside cornerback opposite Paulson Adebo,' Duggan reported. 'That's an interesting development coming off of Banks' disappointing second season. And it's not as if Banks' reps were being limited, because he worked with the second-team defense during some periods.' Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images Banks struggled in the second season of his career after showing flashes of potential as a rookie in 2023. Advertisement Initially, it was believed he would step back into that CB2 role that suited him well as a rookie this season following the addition of Adebo. But Flott splitting time in that role during practice could indicate an open competition. Could Banks's job be up for grabs? Flott might be turning a corner as he enters the final season of his rookie contract. He played the best ball of his career last season, totaling career-highs with seven pass breakups, 53 tackles, and two tackles for loss. He surrendered only 359 yards and one touchdown in coverage. His 89.0 passer rating against was also the lowest of his career. Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Inversely, Banks struggled in coverage. He surrendered 648 yards and six touchdowns and had a 124.2 passer rating against. Advertisement Banks, a former first-round pick, undoubtedly has potential, and the Giants would love to see him take over as the CB2. But coming off a down year, and with Flott coming off a strong year, an open competition for the job makes sense. Related Headlines
