New York Giants

New York Giants Defense Analysis

Season Stats

Defense

The New York Giants defense utilizes a 3-4 / Multiple base scheme under defensive coordinator Charlie BullenINTERIM. Review their latest 2025 coverage stats, pass rush metrics, and coaching adjustments below.

Scheme & Analysis

How good is the New York Giants Defense?

The New York Giants have been having a tough time stopping offenses (Rank #26 in points allowed), so there is lots of room for improvement. For context, they are giving up 2.8 more points per game than the typical team.

In the NFC East, they trail the Philadelphia Eagles (#5) in points allowed per game but place higher than the Washington Commanders (#27) and Dallas Cowboys (#32) to round out the division.

They don't create a ton of chaos, preferring to keep everything in front of them. They are essentially average in terms of taking the ball away from opponents.

39
Total Sacks
9
Interceptions

Statistically, their front seven production is average compared to the league median, while their secondary is average (9 INTs).

* Grades calibrated to 2024 Regular Season (Weeks 1-16).

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Key Playmakers

Dexter Lawrence II has been a solid performer in 2025, contributing 31 tackles, 0.5 sacks, and 1 interception to the team's efforts. It also helps that Dane Belton is having a strong 2025, recording 120 tackles, 2 sacks, and 1 interception.

What is the New York Giants defensive scheme?

Coordinator: Charlie Bullen (Interim)

The New York Giants defense runs a 3-4 / Multiple under coordinator Charlie Bullen (Interim).

Base Defensive Front
3-4 / Multiple
?
3-4 Front (Two-Gap)
Three down linemen, often responsible for two gaps (the player in front). They eat blocks to free up linebackers to make plays.

Tactical Philosophy

Following Shane Bowen's departure (Nov 2025), Charlie Bullen takes over as Interim DC. Expect continuity with the 3-4 front but potentially more aggressive blitz packages.

Key Principles

Physical FrontBend Don't BreakRed Zone

Scheme Strengths

  • ✓Unpredictable blitz angles & confusing formations
  • ✓Disguises coverage responsibilities well
  • ✓Versatile against spread offenses

Potential Weaknesses

  • ⚠Vulnerable to outside runs if edge setting fails
  • ⚠Complex gap assignments for defensive line
  • ⚠Requires specific 'two-gap' personnel (Nose Tackle)

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Defensive Vitals (Key Metrics)

The key metrics for the New York Giants Defense include their Havoc Score, Ball Production, and Front Aggression.

⚠️ This unit struggles to disrupt opposing offenses. They are reliable for points allowed but lack significant turnover upside.
Havoc Rate
AVG
10.4/g
Turnovers
AVG
1.1/g
Aggression
GOOD
5.4/g
vs 2024 Regular Season Standards
Metric
Per Game
Grade
Why it Matters
Havoc Score
10.4
AVG
They disrupt the offense 10.4 times per game. Low disruption rate. Often indicates a conservative 'Bend-Don't-Break' scheme or lack of pass rush talent.
Ball Production
1.1
AVG
They force a turnover event (INT or Fumble) 1.1 times per game. They struggle to take the ball away, relying on punts.
Front Aggression
5.4
GOOD
The Front 7 (Line + LBs) wrecks 5.4 plays at the line of scrimmage per game (Sacks + TFLs).
Metric Definitions• Havoc Score: TFLs + PDs + FFs per game.• Ball Prod: INTs + FFs per game.• Front Aggression: TFLs per game.
Havoc Grading Scale
ELITE > 11.5 GOOD > 10.5 AVG > 9.5 POOR < 9.5
Ball Production Grading Scale
ELITE > 1.6 GOOD > 1.3 AVG > 1.0 POOR < 1.0
Front Aggression Grading Scale
ELITE > 5.8 GOOD > 5.2 AVG > 4.7 POOR < 4.7

Performance Metrics

How is the New York Giants defense trending?

Last 3 Games vs. Season Average

Steady
25.8 PPG(Last 3)
Their performance has remained steady vs. season average.

Roster & Injuries

Who is on the New York Giants defense injury report?

Key absences impacting the gameplanAs of Jan 14, 2026
S
Jevon Holland
Safety
QuestionableJan 5
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
LB
Darius Muasau
Linebacker
QuestionableJan 4
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
CB
Rico Payton
Cornerback
QuestionableJan 4
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
LB
Chris Board
Linebacker
Injured ReserveSep 17
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
DT
D.J. Davidson
Defensive Tackle
Injured ReserveDec 28
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
LB
Victor Dimukeje
Linebacker
Injured ReserveDec 13
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
CB
Cor'Dale Flott
Cornerback
Injured ReserveJan 4
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
S
Anthony Johnson Jr.
Safety
OutJan 14
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
CB
Nic Jones
Cornerback
Injured ReserveDec 13
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
LB
Micah McFadden
Linebacker
Injured ReserveDec 9
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
CB
TJ Moore
Cornerback
Injured ReserveAug 24
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
S
Tyler Nubin
Safety
Injured ReserveDec 27
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
DT
Rakeem Nunez-Roches
Defensive Tackle
Injured ReserveJan 4
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
LB
Kayvon Thibodeaux
Linebacker
Injured ReserveDec 20
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
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