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Deonte Banks Sends Message to John Harbaugh Amid Career Revival

It wasn’t all that long ago that New York Giants fans had completely given up on 2023 first-round draft pick Deonte Banks.After a stellar rookie season under Wink Martindale, Banks regressed under Shane Bowen and was essentially an afterthought coming…

By Charlie Baduini · Heavy

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 5:57 AM

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Deonte Banks praised coach John Harbaugh and his staff for showing trust during his on-field career revival.
Banks credited coaches for letting him play aggressively while tasked with defending opponents' top receivers.
The cornerback struggled in 2025, but Pro Football Focus currently ranks him as the NFL's 30th-best cornerback.

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New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks credited head coach John Harbaugh and defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson for revitalizing his career. Following a victory over the Houston Texans, Banks expressed appreciation for the coaching staff's trust, highlighting how they allow him to play aggressively against opponents' top wide receivers.

Banks previously struggled in 2025, ranking 112th out of 114 cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus after having his fifth-year option declined. Under Harbaugh, Banks has rebounded into a primary starting role, elevating his Pro Football Focus ranking to 30th in the NFL.

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