Scouts Chatter: The game up front
Giants boast dangerous pass rush, but Pats O-linemen capable of holding ground
Originally Published: February 2, 2012
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Editor's note: Tuesday through Friday during Super Bowl week, Scouts Inc. will tackle a key element of the Giants-Patriots matchup from a coaching perspective.
Today, Gary Horton and Matt Williamson examine New York's defensive line; just how much havoc will it wreak in SB XLVI?
Giants' D-line can do it all
There isn't a better defensive line than the Giants'. Not only is it loaded with fantastic pass-rushers, but it is deep, aggressive and quite good versus the run as well.To continue reading this article you must be an Insider
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