Giants Show Their Stuff

Yes, it was only one game. And only the first game of the season which is probably one of the least reliable games as indicators go. But, with that proviso having been said, the Giants still answered a lot of questions in their 23-17 win over the Redskins in yesterday's home opener.

The passing game looked solid. More than solid, it was diversified and dynamic. If I were an opposing coach, I would be concerned about defending against the passing game. It isn't as simple as doubling one receiver and taking him out of the mix as the solution. That won't work against this passing attack. You have to defend all of the pass catchers and defend the entire length and width of the field.

The offensive line, especially in passing situations, was all-world. They get the game ball from me.

The defensive line rotation was incredible. Not as much pressure as one would hope (which is a scary thought since most teams would have been thrilled by the pressure in this game), but it was evident that they are going to be very strong in the 4th quarters of games this year.

Corey Webster was a monster. Best game of his career in my opinion. True shut down capability.

Bruce Johnson, an undrafted rookie starting in the nickel in the season opener of his rookie year. You had to believe Washington's game plan called for targeting him whenever possible. And he was solid, solid, solid.

So, yes, this was only one game. And it was only the season opener. But this team showed that they have all the pieces in place and will do nothing but get stronger as the season progresses. That doesn't mean they'll win every game. After all, they are unlikely to go 16-0 and may very well lose their first game in Dallas next week. That isn't the point. This team showed yesterday they are the real deal. And, with rookie wide receivers who will do nothing but get better as the season progresses, and with Canty and Boley not yet having played enough snaps to get familiar with the system, and with Ross and Dockery temporarily out - this team is going to do nothing but get stronger.