Giants’ lifeless pass-rush has turned Dennard Wilson into a blitzing maniac

Matt Sidney of GMEN HQ highlights how New York Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson has drastically increased his blitz rate following Brian Burns' torn ACL and an ineffective four-man rush. The Giants blitzed on 53.8% of dropbacks against the Arizona Cardinals and 62% against the Washington Commanders, generating seven sacks across the two games to maintain first place in the NFC East.

The writer notes that Wilson dialed up Cover 0 on 10 dropbacks against Jayden Daniels, with slot corner Dru Phillips recording two sacks. Sidney argues that while the aggressive scheme leaves the defense vulnerable to big rushing plays, Wilson's tactical adaptability has successfully salvaged a struggling pass-rush unit.