Giants Week 1 exposed major issues on the line of scrimmage, with the offense repeatedly behind the sticks and Washington’s pass rush piling up 22 pressures. A healthy return for Thomas could help stabilize pass protection and unlock a more functional run game, but interior play remains a flaw. Dexter Lawrence drew heavy attention and double-teams, yet the defense still kept Washington to 21 points, setting up a critical Week 2 showdown with Dallas where rhythm up front will be paramount for fantasy value.

Fantasy takeaway: monitor Thomas’s status for Week 2, lean into Giants blockers if he returns, and watch Lawrence for continued disruption even when doubled. Singletary’s role could sharpen as the run game improves, while Schmitz and Runyan Jr. need a steadier game to unlock the offense’s ceiling against Dallas.