The Washington Commanders find themselves at a critical juncture heading into the 2025 NFL season, as their roster-building efforts have left a glaring weakness in their edge-rush group, arguably the weakest in the NFC East. In contrast, the New York Giants have made significant strides by bolstering their defensive line with elite talents like Brian Burns and first-round draft pick Abdul Carter. The Giants' trio of edge rushers, including Kayvon Thibodeaux and Dexter Lawrence, poses a formidable challenge for opposing quarterbacks, while Washington's underwhelming lineup may struggle to apply pressure.

As the season approaches, all eyes will be on the Giants' edge rusher rankings, where they confidently sit at the top. Meanwhile, the Commanders will need to address their deficiencies if they hope to compete in a division that has seen a significant power shift. The question remains whether Washington's quarterback, Jayden Daniels, can navigate the pressure from the Giants' defensive stars effectively.