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The Giants' secondary was a glaring weakness in their 2023 season, resulting in a 6th worst coverage grade in the NFL. With a change in defensive coordinator, Shane Bowen, and the loss of talent such as Xavier McKinney, the writing was on the wall: significant changes were necessary. The team dropped from a respectable 16th in coverage grade to an alarming 27th.
While the cornerbacks showed some improvement with players like Deontay Banks and Drew Phillips stepping up, the safety position remained a sore spot. The failures in the secondary not only hindered the Giants' defensive effectiveness but also highlighted a need for experienced players who could provide stability and skill.