From Giants Camp: Pads On, Intensity Up — Evan Neal Shines, Burns Leads, and Wilson/Dart Draw Eyes

In this episode of the Bleav in Giants podcast, hosts Carl Banks and Bob Papa break down the New York Giants' early training camp practices. They discuss the intensity and competition during padded practices, individual player performances (like Evan Neal, Jermaine Eluemunor, Brian Burns, Darius Alexander, and others), the development of both offensive and defensive units, and notable rookie contributions. The hosts also touch on leadership dynamics, injury updates, and set expectations for the preseason games ahead.

00:01:20 Giants camp update & padded practices
00:01:20 Carl’s defensive observations & intensity
00:04:26 Offensive line evaluation (Evan Neal, Jermaine Eluemunor, John Michael Schmitz)
00:09:47 Noteworthy players
00:13:59  Darius Alexander
00:15:53 Draft class impressions, overall team talent
00:17:42 Offensive line improvement and need to evaluate vs. other teams
00:20:03 Golston’s consistency & defense’s tone-setting
00:22:45 Brian Burns’ leadership and defensive intensity
00:25:37 Inside linebackers (McFadden, Okereke) needing to stand out
00:28:53 Quarterback observations: Russell Wilson & Jaxson Dart
00:33:11 Russell Wilson’s leadership and offensive line confidence
00:34:37 DB coaches’ dynamics; Deonte Banks’ development
00:39:36 Malik Nabers’ minor injury, WR blocking, and injury caution
00:42:54 Jalin Hyatt’s calf issue and injury trends
00:43:19 Final thoughts – wanting to see preseason versus real competition
00:44:23 Practice schedule
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