Giants have major decisions to make on these impending free agents

The hopes of the Giants for high returns from their low-risk trade of linebacker Isaiah Simmons have not yet materialized in time to significantly impact except his free-agent value. Simmons has been gradually demonstrating his potential, sealing a Week 11 victory with a pick six and succeeding in forcing and recovering a fumble in Week 16. Just last week, his third start of the season, he provided the Giants the opportunity to reassemble with a late third down sack against the Rams. This implies that Simmons is settling in well within coordinator Wink Martindale's positionless defense system, all the while their collaboration might be reaching its end. Simmons said, "I approach every year as if it’s a contract year – or at least I endeavor to," while speaking to The Post. "Each opportunity I get, I attempt to show off my talent." The Giants ... and cornerback Adoree' Jackson eyeing free agency.

Several other contributors like Simmons might be playing their last game for the Giants this Sunday due to various reasons. Late in August, Simmons was picked in exchange for a seventh round draft pick. Although he plays a unique role as an athlete on passing downs, he hasn't been able to completely take over Micah McFadden's position in the middle.

This offseason is expected to witness a high demand for backup quarterbacks after many teams' seasons were destroyed by injuries. This could potentially make Taylor too costly for the Giants, particularly if they have plans to draft a competitor for Daniel Jones.

Judicious fans will likely applaud when his name gets announced on Sunday. Despite being plagued by injuries throughout his career, he has displayed remarkable leadership and now ranks No. 6 in franchise history for receptions.

The Giants have many crucial decisions to make this offseason with $34.8 million in salary cap space. Some other players, who may also have played their last game for the Giants, include Ward, Bredeson, Pugh, among others. With Ward being the third-highest in the team for sacks and Bredeson being regarded as the second-best offensive lineman, their future with the Giants remains uncertain. Pugh, who was signed during Week 5, has started 11 consecutive games at either left tackle or left guard positions and expressed his desire to conclude his career with the Giants.

Additionally, many younger options are being observed to fill in the gaps if some of these players do decide to depart. Things are indeed looking uncertain and interesting for the Giants' future.