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Esiason - expects Giants' Daniel Jones to have a rough year

ThomasG : 6/4/2023 7:46 am
Some comments made from Boomer during his WFAN morning show and noted in the short article:

Former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason sees Jones continuing to be average — and even struggling — claiming that the team has not done enough to add weapons around him.

He (Boomer) still sees Jones a player who will have to use his legs to get the Giants down the field.

“I think Daniel Jones is gonna have another rough year in terms of him having to do a lot,” Boomer said. “They’re paying him to do a lot. To be able to fit another wide receiver, I don’t see it.”

Boomer Esiason expects Giants' Daniel Jones to have a 'rough year' - ( New Window )
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RE: Would  
Dr. D : 6/4/2023 11:12 am : link
In comment 16127388 Eric from BBI said:
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anyone here be shocked if Daniel Jones outplays Aaron Rodgers? Not me.

Call me crazy, but I'm kind of expecting it.
RE: Giants  
Carl in CT : 6/4/2023 11:29 am : link
In comment 16127367 Eric from BBI said:
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may take a step backwards given their competition, but Daniel Jones should take another step forward.

He's in the second year of the system with the same coaching staff.

His TE targets are very good.

He has legitimate NFL targets now at WR.

His OL should be much better.

Weird take by Boomer.



I still that our WR are bottom 3 in the NFL (if you classify DW as a TE). That said he will again have to dink and dunk down the field and we will then hear his yards per attempt suck. Eric, how you think we have quality Wr targets is beyond me.
Man, there are some weird posters and opinions out there.  
Dave in Hoboken : 6/4/2023 11:31 am : link
Woof.
RE: you are talking about him  
mfsd : 6/4/2023 11:34 am : link
In comment 16127414 gidiefor said:
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mission accomplished


Yup
Was Boomer  
thrunthrublue : 6/4/2023 11:41 am : link
Wearing his Super Bowl rings when he made the comments?
RE: any  
steve in ky : 6/4/2023 11:45 am : link
In comment 16127418 Eric from BBI said:
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player can take a step forward or back.

But Boomer's reasoning is what makes no sense.


Did you read the article? Nothing he said even hinted at Jones taking a step back, his entire point was that they haven’t surrounded him with enough weapons, specifically a true #1 WR and that as a result it will be rough on Jones and he will have to do a lot with his legs again this season.

If he was criticizing anyone it was Schoen
Rough year...  
Angel Eyes : 6/4/2023 11:46 am : link
like every year for the team? I can't think of any year that I've been alive where things haven't been rough on some level or other for the Giants (2008 may have been closest and there were hiccups even early on like Osi going out for the year in the preseason).
Hmm  
Johnny5 : 6/4/2023 11:49 am : link
I think Bommer can be dickish about the Giants (and Jones) but this particular hot take is more on the writer than Esiason. All he said as someone mentioned was that he doesn't like his WRs and thinks he needs a true #1 WR.

Most of us likely disagree with him, but it's not really a knock on DJ. I don't think he is giving enough credit to the impact Waller will have. Especially since we have two very legit TEs that will be catching passes now. Personally I am more worried about the OL progressing than Jones.
Did anybody bother reading the article?  
bw in dc : 6/4/2023 11:59 am : link
Specifically this:

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“When you look at the group of players around him, you could say he’s the Lamar Jackson of the Giants,” Boomer added. “That had always been the argument around the Ravens, that they were a run-first team, they were using his legs as opposed to his arm, and now all of a sudden they add all these receivers and Lamar Jackson says he wants to throw for 6,000 yards.”

Esiason doesn’t like Jones’ chances to take that leap this year without a true “No. 1” wide receiver — an element that general manager Joe Schoen says is not necessary to win a championship (see: Kansas City Chiefs).


It seems pretty clear that Easiason thinks Jones is still hamstrung by the organization not bringing in enough quality. Note the: "...Lamar Jackson of the Giants..." That sounds pretty complimentary to me.

You may not agree with that assessment, which is debatable, but he's not saying Jones is the problem going forward.

Failure to read beyond a headline continues to be a problem for this board...
Boomer continues  
cjac : 6/4/2023 12:03 pm : link
To hate anyone who has made a lot of money playing football

The guy is worth 10s of millions and he gets really pissed off when someone gets a 100mm+ contract
RE: Did anybody bother reading the article?  
Big Blue '56 : 6/4/2023 12:16 pm : link
In comment 16127457 bw in dc said:
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“When you look at the group of players around him, you could say he’s the Lamar Jackson of the Giants,” Boomer added. “That had always been the argument around the Ravens, that they were a run-first team, they were using his legs as opposed to his arm, and now all of a sudden they add all these receivers and Lamar Jackson says he wants to throw for 6,000 yards.”

Esiason doesn’t like Jones’ chances to take that leap this year without a true “No. 1” wide receiver — an element that general manager Joe Schoen says is not necessary to win a championship (see: Kansas City Chiefs).



It seems pretty clear that Easiason thinks Jones is still hamstrung by the organization not bringing in enough quality. Note the: "...Lamar Jackson of the Giants..." That sounds pretty complimentary to me.

You may not agree with that assessment, which is debatable, but he's not saying Jones is the problem going forward.

Failure to read beyond a headline continues to be a problem for this board...


You’re objective takes are not welcome..:)
RE: Did anybody bother reading the article?  
TrevorC : 6/4/2023 12:18 pm : link
In comment 16127457 bw in dc said:
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“When you look at the group of players around him, you could say he’s the Lamar Jackson of the Giants,” Boomer added. “That had always been the argument around the Ravens, that they were a run-first team, they were using his legs as opposed to his arm, and now all of a sudden they add all these receivers and Lamar Jackson says he wants to throw for 6,000 yards.”

Esiason doesn’t like Jones’ chances to take that leap this year without a true “No. 1” wide receiver — an element that general manager Joe Schoen says is not necessary to win a championship (see: Kansas City Chiefs).l


It seems pretty clear that Easiason thinks Jones is still hamstrung by the organization not bringing in enough quality. Note the: "...Lamar Jackson of the Giants..." That sounds pretty complimentary to me.

You may not agree with that assessment, which is debatable, but he's not saying Jones is the problem going forward.

Failure to read beyond a headline continues to be a problem for this board...


Im sorry, but I don't agree with that interpretation at all.

Which other WR options were available in FA that would have satisfied those that bang the table for a number 1?

How is investing in Waller (who averages 850 yards and 5TDs over the last 4 seasons) and a 3rd round pick who many think could be the steal of the draft, hamstringing Jones' production?

Not to mention a 2nd rounder last year who looked promising before getting hurt as well as a very talented albeit banged up former 2nd rounder who had a strong year last year.

This idea that the Giants org is holding back weapons for Jones has absolutely no merit. Who should they have gone after? DJ Moore cost a lot. Jeudy was being dangled for a 2nd for 2 years of control. OBJ?

The Giants prioritized defense this offseason because thats where the value was and in the flow of things, scored a starting center as well as accruing a ton of speed at WR to go with their big guys. Boomer is a blowhard whose football opinions are basically compost.
And for the record, I didn’t read the article  
Big Blue '56 : 6/4/2023 12:19 pm : link
as Boomer hasn’t been right yet in all the years since his retirement. If he has been, I sure as hell missed it.
His job  
JayBinQueens : 6/4/2023 12:21 pm : link
Is to have takes that make people talk about it, listen to see what other takes he has etc.

It's amazing how people fall for this all the time
Boomer hates the giants  
DavidinBMNY : 6/4/2023 12:22 pm : link
Screw him.
RE: RE: Did anybody bother reading the article?  
Big Blue '56 : 6/4/2023 12:22 pm : link
In comment 16127468 TrevorC said:
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“When you look at the group of players around him, you could say he’s the Lamar Jackson of the Giants,” Boomer added. “That had always been the argument around the Ravens, that they were a run-first team, they were using his legs as opposed to his arm, and now all of a sudden they add all these receivers and Lamar Jackson says he wants to throw for 6,000 yards.”

Esiason doesn’t like Jones’ chances to take that leap this year without a true “No. 1” wide receiver — an element that general manager Joe Schoen says is not necessary to win a championship (see: Kansas City Chiefs).l


It seems pretty clear that Easiason thinks Jones is still hamstrung by the organization not bringing in enough quality. Note the: "...Lamar Jackson of the Giants..." That sounds pretty complimentary to me.

You may not agree with that assessment, which is debatable, but he's not saying Jones is the problem going forward.

Failure to read beyond a headline continues to be a problem for this board...



Im sorry, but I don't agree with that interpretation at all.

Which other WR options were available in FA that would have satisfied those that bang the table for a number 1?

How is investing in Waller (who averages 850 yards and 5TDs over the last 4 seasons) and a 3rd round pick who many think could be the steal of the draft, hamstringing Jones' production?

Not to mention a 2nd rounder last year who looked promising before getting hurt as well as a very talented albeit banged up former 2nd rounder who had a strong year last year.

This idea that the Giants org is holding back weapons for Jones has absolutely no merit. Who should they have gone after? DJ Moore cost a lot. Jeudy was being dangled for a 2nd for 2 years of control. OBJ?

The Giants prioritized defense this offseason because thats where the value was and in the flow of things, scored a starting center as well as accruing a ton of speed at WR to go with their big guys. Boomer is a blowhard whose football opinions are basically compost.


And even bigger than a splooge WR signing was the drafting of a C who actually plays C and is probably more important for DJ’s growth than a WR..And we are fine at the receiving position with Waller, et al..
Still believe true #1 WR is not a necessary strategy  
Bob in Newburgh : 6/4/2023 12:23 pm : link
Reasonable QB protection and an OC who can scheme matchup advantages and releases are the necessary elements as long as receivers hold onto the ball.

Spread them out. It is amazing the simultaneous speed pressure this offense can apply to both flanks and over the top while creating interior space for the likes of Hodgins, Bellinger and Robinson.

And if all else fails, DJ legs should make it difficult to get us off the field.
RE: RE: Did anybody bother reading the article?  
bw in dc : 6/4/2023 12:29 pm : link
In comment 16127468 TrevorC said:
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Im sorry, but I don't agree with that interpretation at all.

Which other WR options were available in FA that would have satisfied those that bang the table for a number 1?

How is investing in Waller (who averages 850 yards and 5TDs over the last 4 seasons) and a 3rd round pick who many think could be the steal of the draft, hamstringing Jones' production?

Not to mention a 2nd rounder last year who looked promising before getting hurt as well as a very talented albeit banged up former 2nd rounder who had a strong year last year.

This idea that the Giants org is holding back weapons for Jones has absolutely no merit. Who should they have gone after? DJ Moore cost a lot. Jeudy was being dangled for a 2nd for 2 years of control. OBJ?

The Giants prioritized defense this offseason because thats where the value was and in the flow of things, scored a starting center as well as accruing a ton of speed at WR to go with their big guys. Boomer is a blowhard whose football opinions are basically compost.


You don't agree with my interpretation of the article or Esiason's assessment of the situation?

I understand what the brass did and didn't do (so far) in the offseason. The point is Esiason thinks Jones needs better tools to compete for bigger prizes. And like I said, that is debatable. But it's an unreasonable position for Esiason to take.

I bet Esiason would change his mind, for example, if Schoen acquires Hopkins. Because Hopkins would satisfy his theory that Jones needs a WR1.
Jones biggest issue is to avoid injury  
xman : 6/4/2023 12:30 pm : link
he can be careless when he runs
RE: Still believe true #1 WR is not a necessary strategy  
5BowlsSoon : 6/4/2023 12:32 pm : link
In comment 16127476 Bob in Newburgh said:
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Reasonable QB protection and an OC who can scheme matchup advantages and releases are the necessary elements as long as receivers hold onto the ball.

Spread them out. It is amazing the simultaneous speed pressure this offense can apply to both flanks and over the top while creating interior space for the likes of Hodgins, Bellinger and Robinson.

And if all else fails, DJ legs should make it difficult to get us off the field.


100% agree with everything brother Bob said here. No need to be redundant.
Waller  
Sy'56 : 6/4/2023 12:34 pm : link
and his ability to stay healthy will dictate a lot about 2023's passing game
RE: Boomer continues  
bceagle05 : 6/4/2023 12:37 pm : link
In comment 16127460 cjac said:
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To hate anyone who has made a lot of money playing football

This is really what it comes down to. The guy is obsessed with money. I’ve yet to hear him talk about Gerrit Cole without immediately referencing his contract, so it crosses over to other sports too.
 
ryanmkeane : 6/4/2023 12:43 pm : link
Again, people seem to still be making comments about Jones as if he’s playing in the year 2020 or 2021. They don’t seem to grasp that he’s a good quarterback now.
RE: RE: RE: Did anybody bother reading the article?  
TrevorC : 6/4/2023 12:45 pm : link
In comment 16127477 bw in dc said:
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In comment 16127468 TrevorC said:


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Im sorry, but I don't agree with that interpretation at all.

Which other WR options were available in FA that would have satisfied those that bang the table for a number 1?

How is investing in Waller (who averages 850 yards and 5TDs over the last 4 seasons) and a 3rd round pick who many think could be the steal of the draft, hamstringing Jones' production?

Not to mention a 2nd rounder last year who looked promising before getting hurt as well as a very talented albeit banged up former 2nd rounder who had a strong year last year.

This idea that the Giants org is holding back weapons for Jones has absolutely no merit. Who should they have gone after? DJ Moore cost a lot. Jeudy was being dangled for a 2nd for 2 years of control. OBJ?

The Giants prioritized defense this offseason because thats where the value was and in the flow of things, scored a starting center as well as accruing a ton of speed at WR to go with their big guys. Boomer is a blowhard whose football opinions are basically compost.



You don't agree with my interpretation of the article or Esiason's assessment of the situation?

I understand what the brass did and didn't do (so far) in the offseason. The point is Esiason thinks Jones needs better tools to compete for bigger prizes. And like I said, that is debatable. But it's an unreasonable position for Esiason to take.

I bet Esiason would change his mind, for example, if Schoen acquires Hopkins. Because Hopkins would satisfy his theory that Jones needs a WR1.


Well, both really.

From the article:

Former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason sees Jones continuing to be average — and even struggling — claiming that the team has not done enough to add weapons around him.

“You look at this list, it’s not that great compared to top 10 teams in the league,” Boomer said on his WFAN morning show about the Giants’ receiving corps. “That’s why they probably felt they had to pay Daniel Jones soon.”

What Esiason is looking at is not clear. The Giants have a slew of very capable — and potentially explosive options — on their roster starting with tight end Darren Waller, running back Saquon Barkley and wide receivers Isaiah Hodgins and Wan’Dale Robinson.

Add in the fact they re-signed veteran wideouts Darius Slayton and Sterling Shepard, finally drafted a starting center (John Michael Schmitz) and packed the roster with speed at receiver with Jalin Hyatt, Parris Campbell, Jeff Smith and Jamison Crowder.

That wasn’t enough to sway Boomer, though. He still sees Jones a player who will have to use his legs to get the Giants down the field.


Those are consecutive paragraphs where they indict Boomer for saying the Giants didn't do enough to help Jones. Also the idea that because they couldnt get him weapons, they decided to give him $160 million dollar contract? That doesn't make any sense at all. If the Giants felt Jones could not improve without securing top flight weapons across the board, that would tell me they did not have faith in him at all.

Also, comparing the investment in Jones weapons to Jacksons is also tremendously flawed. They drafted two WRs in the 1st in Marquise Brown and Rashod Bateman in addition to drafting a TE in the 3rd who is one of the best in the NFL in Andrews. Jones has Slayton (5th), Wandale (2nd and likely overdrafted) and Hyatt (3rd).

Jackson has had more invested in his corps. Adding a 31 year old Hopkins at 15-20 million per year when we have so many young key players to re-sign doesnt make any sense at all. Sometimes, there is just nothing there.
 
ryanmkeane : 6/4/2023 12:49 pm : link
Also - what everyone forgets is that when the Giants signed Golladay, the media and some fans (me included) just automatically assumed that because Jones had a “#1 receiver” or something similar, that all of the Giants problems at wideout were just going to be automatically solved. Nope. It is about making steady improvements to the OL through draft and FA which they’ve done. Adding more playmakers without overpaying for something stupid which they’ve done via Waller, good value draft picks and FA signings, and then another steady improvement from Jones in year 2 with Daboll. Look around the league. Raiders got Davante Adams and Derek Carr was still average. Someone is going to overpay for Hopkins and think their issues are solved. Would it be great if Hyatt turned into a star? Sure, absolutely. But the Giants made the divisional round with basically an above average OL and the worst set of WRs in all of football. They don’t need to make slam dunk type moves to improve. Schoen has done really well with making the necessary adjustments.
RE: Waller  
TrevorC : 6/4/2023 12:50 pm : link
In comment 16127483 Sy'56 said:
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and his ability to stay healthy will dictate a lot about 2023's passing game


This is the biggest key. Again, back to back 1100 yard seasons before some injuries held him back is a tremendous weapon to have in the middle of the field with the speed guys we have. Plus, him and Hodgins in the red zone will be a nightmare for defenses
RE: RE: any  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 6/4/2023 1:48 pm : link
In comment 16127450 steve in ky said:
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player can take a step forward or back.

But Boomer's reasoning is what makes no sense.



Did you read the article? Nothing he said even hinted at Jones taking a step back, his entire point was that they haven’t surrounded him with enough weapons, specifically a true #1 WR and that as a result it will be rough on Jones and he will have to do a lot with his legs again this season.

If he was criticizing anyone it was Schoen


So his argument is "because the Giants didn't get Jones an All-Pro/Pro Bowl caliber wide receiver, then the Giants didn't help Jones this offseason"?

What a crock of shit.

(1) They got a Pro Bowl/All Pro tight end via trade.

(2) They drafted a WR this year who may end up being the best WR available in this draft.

(3) Which wide receiver should they have signed in free agency in March? (You can argue Hopkins now, but what about when free agency started?)

(4) Didn't they draft arguably the best center in the draft?

(5) They did add Parris Campbell, Jamison Crowder, and Jeff Smith in free agency.

Again, the argument seems to be, where is the #1 WR? Guilty as charged, I guess. SMH
RE: RE: Giants  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 6/4/2023 1:52 pm : link
In comment 16127441 Carl in CT said:
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In comment 16127367 Eric from BBI said:


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may take a step backwards given their competition, but Daniel Jones should take another step forward.

He's in the second year of the system with the same coaching staff.

His TE targets are very good.

He has legitimate NFL targets now at WR.

His OL should be much better.

Weird take by Boomer.




I still that our WR are bottom 3 in the NFL (if you classify DW as a TE). That said he will again have to dink and dunk down the field and we will then hear his yards per attempt suck. Eric, how you think we have quality Wr targets is beyond me.


Waller, Bellinger, Cager, Hyatt, Hopkins, Campbell, Robinson, Slayton, Johnson, Crowder are far better than anything Daniel Jones has ever had to work with. It's not even close.
RE: RE: Would  
HBart : 6/4/2023 2:05 pm : link
In comment 16127438 Dr. D said:
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anyone here be shocked if Daniel Jones outplays Aaron Rodgers? Not me.


Call me crazy, but I'm kind of expecting it.

+1
Craig Carton (of all people) I think got it right with Boomer  
moespree : 6/4/2023 2:16 pm : link
When they were hosts together a caller called in and asked Boomer why he was always so negative about Eli and whomever the Jets QB was.

Carton interrupted and said it's because Boomer is jealous that they earn more money than he ever did, just because he played in a different era. Boomer gave him a dirty look and never actually denied it.

It seems like a decent assumption since his criticism of NY QBs never seems to end, regardless of the year.
Boomer seems to be  
EJNNJ : 6/4/2023 2:18 pm : link
creating clicks with this one, he's usually better than this idiocy. Offense is going to put up over 4,000 yards passing next year!!

We've either added, upgraded or gained experience across the entire offense.

QB: DJ yr two with Daboll/Kafka and feelin' it
WR/TE's: Waller size/speed, Bellinger(stronger&experienced), Campbell speed, Hyatt speed, Wan'dale speed/healthy
RB: SB, plus depth EG
OL: Experienced, added JMS - This group is going to be legit imo, Neal is a bad man and not going to repeat last year.


Looking forward to Boomer eating his words when DJ finishes better than AR
I bet you  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 6/4/2023 2:31 pm : link
that if the Giants had signed OBJ, Boomer would be singing a different tune.

It will be interesting to see who has the better year.

Campbell or OBJ.
Wfan consistently shows the jets benefit of the doubt  
djm : 6/4/2023 2:33 pm : link
While the giants get NONE of that. This has never changed. Boomer is at the forefront. And he’s by far the most overrated over deified sports talkie in the NY area. Oh but he played, yea, fuck him he offers nothing except whatever holier than thou nonsense he’s bestowing to us mere civilians.

I especially like the part where he said “another season where he’s asked to do too much”—— you fucking twat.
RE: Crappy headline  
LauderdaleMatty : 6/4/2023 2:37 pm : link
In comment 16127377 Matt123 said:
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“I think Daniel Jones is gonna have another rough year in terms of him having to do a lot. They’re paying him to do a lot. To be able to fit another wide receiver, I don’t see it.”


While true you can say the same about Mahommes. What top tier Qb isn't expected to do a lot. And he use his legs a lot because it's part of his skill set. Waller is a huge add. Boomer hates the Giants and is usually at best snide in any and all comments

He's just a dick. But to be fair I don't think it just about the Giants. That's who he is
RE: RE: Crappy headline  
Big Blue '56 : 6/4/2023 3:01 pm : link
In comment 16127536 LauderdaleMatty said:
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“I think Daniel Jones is gonna have another rough year in terms of him having to do a lot. They’re paying him to do a lot. To be able to fit another wide receiver, I don’t see it.”



While true you can say the same about Mahommes. What top tier Qb isn't expected to do a lot. And he use his legs a lot because it's part of his skill set. Waller is a huge add. Boomer hates the Giants and is usually at best snide in any and all comments

He's just a dick. But to be fair I don't think it just about the Giants. That's who he is


Perfect!
RE: RE: RE: any  
TrevorC : 6/4/2023 4:00 pm : link
In comment 16127516 Eric from BBI said:
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player can take a step forward or back.

But Boomer's reasoning is what makes no sense.



Did you read the article? Nothing he said even hinted at Jones taking a step back, his entire point was that they haven’t surrounded him with enough weapons, specifically a true #1 WR and that as a result it will be rough on Jones and he will have to do a lot with his legs again this season.

If he was criticizing anyone it was Schoen



So his argument is "because the Giants didn't get Jones an All-Pro/Pro Bowl caliber wide receiver, then the Giants didn't help Jones this offseason"?

What a crock of shit.

(1) They got a Pro Bowl/All Pro tight end via trade.

(2) They drafted a WR this year who may end up being the best WR available in this draft.

(3) Which wide receiver should they have signed in free agency in March? (You can argue Hopkins now, but what about when free agency started?)

(4) Didn't they draft arguably the best center in the draft?

(5) They did add Parris Campbell, Jamison Crowder, and Jeff Smith in free agency.

Again, the argument seems to be, where is the #1 WR? Guilty as charged, I guess. SMH


Eric, I know Im new here, but I said it first.

Just kidding.

But in all seriousness, the Giants might have gotten the very best offensive weapon that was available in Waller. Can anybody honestly say they would consider Moore a bigger game changer than Waller?
RE: RE: RE: any  
bw in dc : 6/4/2023 4:02 pm : link
In comment 16127516 Eric from BBI said:
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So his argument is "because the Giants didn't get Jones an All-Pro/Pro Bowl caliber wide receiver, then the Giants didn't help Jones this offseason"?



Esiason's argument is that the Giants offense, particularly Jones, needs a bonafide WR1 to make the next step.

Now, is a WR1 a prerequisite to be top tier offense? No, but unless you have one of the alien QBS from another QB planet (Mahomes, Allen, etc) it's a very important position.

Let's be honest here. There are a lot of question marks with this WR group.

I like Hyatt, but he's a rookie, and he dropped to the third round for some reason.

Parris Campbell finally played a full season last year after three years of being unavailable. But it was a fairly non-descript season.

Hodgins was a great find last year. But I have no idea what to expect from his in 2023.

Robinson looks like a decent find, but he was oft-injured and, to me, didn't look as explosive as he looked at Kentucky.

Shepherd should be assumed to be a non-factor.

I like Slayton quite a bit, but he's maybe a WR2 on his very best day.

In other words, we have a litter of muts with no stud breed.

I am a fan of Waller for sure. But his last great season was in 2020.
RE: Seems to be a  
Mayo2JZ : 6/4/2023 4:06 pm : link
In comment 16127363 section125 said:
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vindictive SOB.


Why is that vindictive?
RE: RE: RE: any  
steve in ky : 6/4/2023 4:16 pm : link
In comment 16127516 Eric from BBI said:
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In comment 16127418 Eric from BBI said:


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player can take a step forward or back.

But Boomer's reasoning is what makes no sense.



Did you read the article? Nothing he said even hinted at Jones taking a step back, his entire point was that they haven’t surrounded him with enough weapons, specifically a true #1 WR and that as a result it will be rough on Jones and he will have to do a lot with his legs again this season.

If he was criticizing anyone it was Schoen



So his argument is "because the Giants didn't get Jones an All-Pro/Pro Bowl caliber wide receiver, then the Giants didn't help Jones this offseason"?

What a crock of shit.

(1) They got a Pro Bowl/All Pro tight end via trade.

(2) They drafted a WR this year who may end up being the best WR available in this draft.

(3) Which wide receiver should they have signed in free agency in March? (You can argue Hopkins now, but what about when free agency started?)

(4) Didn't they draft arguably the best center in the draft?

(5) They did add Parris Campbell, Jamison Crowder, and Jeff Smith in free agency.

Again, the argument seems to be, where is the #1 WR? Guilty as charged, I guess. SMH


I’m not disputing any of that. My point wasn’t that I agree with him as much as you missed his point thinking he was suggesting Jones would go backwards this season but instead they didn’t bring in enough weapons to play with Jones. I agree with your last point in disputing that argument.
Daniel Jones may play at average level in the passing game, and may  
ThomasG : 6/4/2023 4:24 pm : link
even struggle at times this season. But it isn’t going to be because the weapons around him didn’t get better than last year, because they certainly did.

RE: RE: RE: RE: any  
TrevorC : 6/4/2023 4:25 pm : link
In comment 16127587 bw in dc said:
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In comment 16127516 Eric from BBI said:


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So his argument is "because the Giants didn't get Jones an All-Pro/Pro Bowl caliber wide receiver, then the Giants didn't help Jones this offseason"?





Esiason's argument is that the Giants offense, particularly Jones, needs a bonafide WR1 to make the next step.

Now, is a WR1 a prerequisite to be top tier offense? No, but unless you have one of the alien QBS from another QB planet (Mahomes, Allen, etc) it's a very important position.

Let's be honest here. There are a lot of question marks with this WR group.

I like Hyatt, but he's a rookie, and he dropped to the third round for some reason.

Parris Campbell finally played a full season last year after three years of being unavailable. But it was a fairly non-descript season.

Hodgins was a great find last year. But I have no idea what to expect from his in 2023.

Robinson looks like a decent find, but he was oft-injured and, to me, didn't look as explosive as he looked at Kentucky.

Shepherd should be assumed to be a non-factor.

I like Slayton quite a bit, but he's maybe a WR2 on his very best day.

In other words, we have a litter of muts with no stud breed.

I am a fan of Waller for sure. But his last great season was in 2020.


You still havent answered the question.....who else should the Giants have gone after to satisfy your complaint.

I remember your name months ago, and you seemed to find every reason to find fault with the direction the Giants went. Even when their was obvious progress, you felt something was wrong with it. Thats just not the way I choose to view this passion of mine. The facts are, the Giants made a pretty crazy move trading for Waller, loaded the team with speed, including drafting a guy that might have the game breaking ability of between Desean Jackson and Mike Wallace.

How does the receiver room look this year as opposed to last year? Its kind of silly to complain about a team not making moves when that team has a WR corps that is upgraded at literally every single spot from last year with the exception of Shephard.

Not going to box with you on this any more.
bw in dc  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 6/4/2023 4:29 pm : link
What is your definition of a "#1 wide receiver"?

Who were the #1 wide receivers in the 2023 NFL Draft by your definition?

Who were the #1 wide receivers available in free agency in March 2023?


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Long story short, the supporting cast around Daniel Jones is much stronger than it was in 2022. I would like to remind people that David Sills and Marcus Johnson were getting serious snaps for the team early in the season.
Waller is taller, weighs more  
Lines of Scrimmage : 6/4/2023 4:39 pm : link
and a bit faster than Plaxico and can play WR.

Now if they struggle against the better fronts again running the ball and the OL's PB still is poor then Boomer has a fair point imv. Being behind the chains is tough for most QB's and teams but the Giants are at least better equipped to avoid these situations as often as last season. Hopefully.

If the OL takes a big step then I think a much more dynamic offense is in the cards and PA will be the big winner with those big chunk plays downfield when D's have to account for run/pass.
Every move in any moment comes with risk  
djm : 6/4/2023 4:41 pm : link
Some are riskier or lower odds than others. That said, the giants added a better wr than they had starting last year in Campbell, a MUCH better TE than they had starting last year, risks and all, and a high second round center. I won’t get into the 3rd round wr because every team adds mid round picks. Hyatt could be great but that’s not the point and it doesn’t need to be. Giants still added 3 major upgrades to an offense that:

—Was in fact an above average unit in 2022 and one that was good enough to win a playoff game.

—Was in year 1 of a new regime and a regime that is universally held in high regard around the NFL

The giants offense was fucking solid last year. Why are we always forced to debate or defend Daniel jones and the offense? This wasn’t 1997. Wasn’t 1994. The 2022 giants won 10 games because of their offense. Sure it was imperfect and it was far from prolific, but why is every fucking conversation rooted in this notion that the giants offense needs all this work? That Jones HAS to play better? And why aren’t people expecting this offense to improve simply by organic means?

Darren waller doesn’t have to be a savior. He just has to add a missing element and more importantly fill a starting role adequately. Same with the rookie center and the same goes for Campbell. We flat out never had 3 professional above replacement level targets humming at the same time in 2022. Now we have more than that, on paper, and we’re coming from an above average 2022 season with the same highly beloved coaching staff. Sale ascending QB. Same star RB.

Maybe we have a tough season, any team can, but boomer is a lazy asshole. Go cover your jets and act like that team is the most talented roster going and go all in. Good luck with that. Same coaching staff. Same shit stained OL except for 1-2 guys.
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Eric from BBI : Admin : 6/4/2023 4:51 pm : link
New York Giants offense in 2022 was noticeably better when Wan'Dale Robinson and Daniel Bellinger (two rookies) were briefly on the field together. Then both got hurt and the offense suffered.

The Giants picked up Hodgins late and Bellinger came back and the offense picked up again.

Now compare that to what we have now.

It's no comparison.

I'm befuddled that some can't see that. We're going to cut some WRs this year who would have started on this team last year.
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TrevorC : 6/4/2023 5:14 pm : link
In comment 16127629 Eric from BBI said:
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New York Giants offense in 2022 was noticeably better when Wan'Dale Robinson and Daniel Bellinger (two rookies) were briefly on the field together. Then both got hurt and the offense suffered.

The Giants picked up Hodgins late and Bellinger came back and the offense picked up again.

Now compare that to what we have now.

It's no comparison.

I'm befuddled that some can't see that. We're going to cut some WRs this year who would have started on this team last year.


This is exactly right. We ahve hedged our bets against Wandale's recovery with PC and SS. We have a legit possession guy in Hodgins. Slayton and Hyatt are stretch the field players (I honestly think Hyatt has better quickness than most give credit for) and between Bellinger, Jones and any running back we have on the field, there should be a ton of space.

I am very fired up for what our offense will look like. The Guard spots and the injuries will be an interesting watch during camp.
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TrevorC : 6/4/2023 5:26 pm : link
In comment 16127629 Eric from BBI said:
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New York Giants offense in 2022 was noticeably better when Wan'Dale Robinson and Daniel Bellinger (two rookies) were briefly on the field together. Then both got hurt and the offense suffered.

The Giants picked up Hodgins late and Bellinger came back and the offense picked up again.

Now compare that to what we have now.

It's no comparison.

I'm befuddled that some can't see that. We're going to cut some WRs this year who would have started on this team last year.


This is exactly right. We ahve hedged our bets against Wandale's recovery with PC and SS. We have a legit possession guy in Hodgins. Slayton and Hyatt are stretch the field players (I honestly think Hyatt has better quickness than most give credit for) and between Bellinger, Jones and any running back we have on the field, there should be a ton of space.

I am very fired up for what our offense will look like. The Guard spots and the injuries will be an interesting watch during camp.
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bw in dc : 6/4/2023 5:33 pm : link
In comment 16127617 Eric from BBI said:
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What is your definition of a "#1 wide receiver"?

Who were the #1 wide receivers in the 2023 NFL Draft by your definition?

Who were the #1 wide receivers available in free agency in March 2023?


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Long story short, the supporting cast around Daniel Jones is much stronger than it was in 2022. I would like to remind people that David Sills and Marcus Johnson were getting serious snaps for the team early in the season.


You know a WR1 when you see him - high # of targets, catches, TDs, big plays, etc. And multiples years doing it.

IMV, there was two WR prospects in the 2023 draft with WR1 potential: Smith-Njigba and Addison. I did/do like the potential of Hyatt, Mims, Downs, and Tillman.

I don't think there were any WR1s in free agency until now with Hopkins. I would have easily endorsed, however, making moves for Lazard, Meyers, and Agholor. Solid WRs who I believe could have made more strides under Daboll/Kafka.

We certainly have more offensive players around Jones. Outside of Waller, however, everyone else is a serious question mark with a checkered past.
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bw in dc : 6/4/2023 5:35 pm : link
In comment 16127611 TrevorC said:
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You still havent answered the question.....who else should the Giants have gone after to satisfy your complaint.

I remember your name months ago, and you seemed to find every reason to find fault with the direction the Giants went. Even when their was obvious progress, you felt something was wrong with it. Thats just not the way I choose to view this passion of mine. The facts are, the Giants made a pretty crazy move trading for Waller, loaded the team with speed, including drafting a guy that might have the game breaking ability of between Desean Jackson and Mike Wallace.

How does the receiver room look this year as opposed to last year? Its kind of silly to complain about a team not making moves when that team has a WR corps that is upgraded at literally every single spot from last year with the exception of Shephard.

Not going to box with you on this any more.


I'm not complaining. Esiason is. I'm just making the case why his point isn't unreasonable.

RE: Was Boomer  
Paulie Walnuts : 6/4/2023 5:40 pm : link
In comment 16127447 thrunthrublue said:
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Wearing his Super Bowl rings when he made the comments?
when was Boomer right about anything
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