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While there is optimism surrounding potential quarterbacks like Sanders, concerns linger regarding his experience and connections—having been coached by his father at previous teams. Some analysts worry that the expectations placed on players with family ties to coaching can distort their on-field performance, especially in a high-pressure environment like New York.
Revisiting Giants' Past Performance
In a recent Twitter post, beat writer Art Stapleton highlighted George Young's early years as general manager of the Giants, presenting a stark picture of poor performance. However, this perspective fails to provide the necessary context regarding the absence of free agency and salary cap influences in the NFL during the late 1970s and early 1980s.