GIANTS SQUAD SHOW: D-Line Reload, OBJ Return?, Most Improved?
From Locked On Giants - Daily Podcast On The New York Giants by Locked On Podcast Network, Patricia Traina
May 1, 2026 · 1h 1m · Episode 2456
About this episode
The episode discusses the New York Giants' defensive line changes, potential player returns, and offseason improvements.
The New York Giants continue to rebuild the trenches, signing veteran defensive linemen Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu — but is this enough to replace Dexter Lawrence and solidify the defensive line depth? How does the Giants’ defensive front look post-draft, and are they still in the mix for a bigger name like DJ Reader? Where do the Giants rank among the NFL’s most improved teams this offseason? On offense, Darius Slayton undergoes core-muscle surgery — what does that mean for a potential Odell Beckham Jr. return? And how does the receiving corps shape up overall, especially with questions surrounding Malik Nabers’ health? We also break down the Giants’ full free agency performance, next steps heading into training camp, key position battles to watch, and what lies ahead for Joe Schoen’s future. Jay Berman, Patricia Traina, and Mark Collins break it all down on the latest edition of the Giants Squad Show.
People in this episode
Hosts: Jay Berman, Patricia Traina, Mark Collins
Topics covered
- defensive line
- free agency
- training camp
- Odell Beckham Jr.
- Darius Slayton injury
- NFL offseason improvements
- position battles
Keywords
- New York Giants
- defensive line
- Odell Beckham Jr.
- Darius Slayton
- NFL offseason
- free agency
- training camp
- DJ Reader
- Malik Nabers
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: New York Giants, Shelby Harris, Leki Fotu, Joe Schoen
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