Join Drew & Rob on 2 Giants Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast as we break down Episode 1 of Hard Knocks Offseason, premiering on 7/2 at 9 PM on HBO and the Max streaming service. We discuss the key moments and insights from the episode and share our reactions to what the show revealed about the Giants' offseason.

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Joe Schoen talks about his journey in the NFL, starting as a scouting assistant in Carolina, and how he used to eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches because they were cheap. The show paints him as a blue-collar guy who doesn't listen to outside noise and isn't familiar with sports radio channels.

The show refers to Daniel Jones as a "$40M question mark" and discusses his injury issues. Schoen emphasizes the need for a contingency plan while showing a montage of Jones working out to recover from his ACL injury. Despite the challenges, Schoen expresses his commitment to Jones, albeit with plenty of colorful language.

The episode delves into the Giants' defensive legacy, highlighting legendary DCs Tom Landry and Bill Belichick. They discuss Wink Martindale's departure and feature Dexter Lawrence praising Bowen's defenses against the rush. Schoen and Daboll are enthusiastic about improving the rushing defense, and Bowen outlines his vision, emphasizing the importance of the ILB position and questioning the roles of Boogie Basham and Ryder Anderson.

Joe Schoen attends the East West Shrine Bowl and talks about the importance of seeing all the players. He catches up with Frank Gore and reflects on scouting Devin Singletary. Schoen also discusses the challenges of managing Saquon's workload and the data suggesting RBs drop off at 27.

At the Senior Bowl, Schoen meets with Dan Morgan, GM of the Panthers, and jokes about trading up to the 6th pick. Morgan inquires about trading for Brian Burns, and Schoen humorously references his 93-year-old grandmother's fondness for Notre Dame QB Sam Hartman.

The show opens with a focus on the impending Barkley decision. The Giants analyze free agent RBs and discuss the possibility of tagging and trading Barkley. Schoen mentions letting Barkley test the market and come back with his best offer. There is a candid discussion with Mara about the impact of not having Barkley and the potential of drafting or signing another RB. The episode highlights Schoen's reluctance to franchise tag Barkley, given the crowded FA RB class and his age.

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Join us on 2 Giants Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast hosted by Drew & Rob as we dive into the much-anticipated Hard Knocks Offseason, premiering on 7/2 at 9 PM on HBO and the Max streaming service. We share our excitement and discuss what we hope to see during this mini-series, using released footage as possible clues.

Will the show reveal the issue between Wink Martindale and Brian Daboll? Will it delve into what led to their split? Are we going to see the drama that unfolded during the season? And will we uncover more details about Wink disappearing on the Giants to Florida?

Tune in as we speculate and analyze the potential storylines that could be featured in Hard Knocks!

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Giants Release an Hour Special From Their “Night with Legends”

The New York Giants recently released an hour-long special from their event "Night with Legends," which took place on June 20 at Madison Square Garden. This event featured appearances from all living Giants legends, celebrating the rich history and legacy of the team.

ESPN Report: Coaches All Wanted to Leave Daboll?

ESPN's Jordan Raanan reported that several coaches, including Wink Martindale and Mike Kafka, were unhappy working under head coach Brian Daboll last season. The former coaches cited excessive finger-pointing and a lack of accountability from Daboll.

Quotes from last season's staff include: “It was like ‘Are we on the same team? It sure doesn't feel like it,’” and “We were all trying to get out of there.” Reportedly, Martindale even cursed out Daboll in his office before quitting. While there are always two sides to every story, the volume of complaints suggests Daboll was at least partly at fault. However, recent reports from OTAs indicate Daboll seems more relaxed, suggesting he may have learned from these issues.

Sports Illustrated: Andrew Thomas is a Potential First-Time Pro Bowler in 2024

Andrew Thomas, who has previously been named a Second Team All-Pro, is being touted by Sports Illustrated as a potential first-time Pro Bowler in 2024. Despite battling injuries last season, Thomas was still a standout performer on the Giants' offensive line.

Tommy Devito’s Agent Sean Stellato Meets with the Pope

In an unexpected twist, Adam Schefter reported that Tommy Devito's agent, Sean Stellato, had an audience with the Pope. The details of how Stellato secured the meeting are unclear, but he presented the Pope with a custom football bearing the Pope’s coat of arms. It's a humorous aside to think the Pope might be a Saints fan

CBS Sports Projects Giants’ Malik Nabers as 3rd Most Productive Rookie WR

Chris Trapasso of CBS Sports ranked Malik Nabers as the third most productive rookie wide receiver for the 2024 season. Trapasso praised Nabers' explosiveness and ability to track long passes, drawing comparisons to Brandon Aiyuk and CeeDee Lamb. He noted that Nabers' potential production could be impacted by the Giants' quarterback situation but expressed confidence in his abilities. Trapasso's top five rookie WR projections are Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze, Malik Nabers, Ladd McConkey (Chargers), and Xavier Worthy.

ESPN Says Giants Have Worst Roster in the NFL

ESPN analysts Mike Clay, Aaron Schatz, and Seth Walder collectively ranked the Giants as having the worst roster in the NFL. Mike Clay highlighted concerns in the secondary with the departures of Xavier McKinney and Adoree’ Jackson. The team will rely on significant improvements from young players like Deonte Banks, Cor’Dale Flott, Nick McCloud, Tre Hawkins III, and rookie Dru Phillips. At safety, Jason Pinnock and a combination of second-round rookie Tyler Nubin, Dane Belton, and Jalen Mills are expected to step up.

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