Giants' Defense Gets Boost with DJ Reader

For the NFL, it's March 20th, and here's what's going on.

New York Giants fans are buzzing about the team's first offseason under head coach John Harbaugh.

The squad made solid free agency moves, adding speed to the offense, versatility at linebacker,

and a new kicking game.

They lost a couple key players, but came out looking more balanced overall.

Still, the defense needs more muscle up front, especially inside.

Dexter Lawrence II is a top-nosed tackle, but he could use a strong partner to handle

the run game.

Current options like Roy Robertson Harris and Young Darius Alexander have not stepped up

enough yet.

Fans and analysts see veteran defensive tackle DJ Reader as a perfect fit.

The 30-year-old Clemson product, standing 6-speed 3 and weighing 330 pounds, brings 10 years

of NFL experience from his.

Time with the Detroit Lions.

Last season, he notched 20 pressures in 15 stops.

With about $5 million left in cap space, the Giants can afford Reader's projected 4 million

a year average value.

That is way cheaper than spourging on a guard like Kevin Zitler, who might cost over 9 million

annually.

Reader offers stability and mentorship without breaking the bank.

Adding him could transform that defensive line into a real force and help the Giants

reclaim their tough identity on the field.