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NFL: RG3, 5 players sure to disappoint in 2014

By Bryce Olin

Nov 25, 2013; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith (99) after throwing an interception in the second quarter at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 25, 2013; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith (99) after throwing an interception in the second quarter at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 29, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) scrambles away from Washington Redskins defensive end Chris Baker (92) in the first half during the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 29, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) scrambles away from Washington Redskins defensive end Chris Baker (92) in the first half during the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Eli Manning, New York Giants

It’s no secret Eli Manning has had some up-and-down seasons in his career. Last season, though, was the worst season of his career, in which Manning threw the least touchdown passes (18) since he was a rookie and threw more interceptions (27) than he has in any other season. With Manning playing that poorly, the New York Giants didn’t have a chance. In part, Manning struggled because of a weak offensive line and was sacked 39 times last season, tied for 11th most in the league.

Year G Cmp Att Cmp% Yds TD Int Sk
2004 9 95 197 48.2 1043 6 9 13
2005 16 294 557 52.8 3762 24 17 28
2006 16 301 522 57.7 3244 24 18 25
2007 16 297 529 56.1 3336 23 20 27
2008* 16 289 479 60.3 3238 21 10 27
2009 16 317 509 62.3 4021 27 14 30
2010 16 339 539 62.9 4002 31 25 16
2011* 16 359 589 61.0 4933 29 16 28
2012* 16 321 536 59.9 3948 26 15 19
2013 16 317 551 57.5 3818 18 27 39
Career 153 2929 5008 58.5 35345 229 171 252

Provided by Pro-Football-Reference.com: View Original Table
Generated 8/19/2014.

This season, unless you have unequivocal faith in Manning (Not Peyton), there’s really no reason to think 2014 is going to be that much better for Manning and the Giants. Chris Snee, the player that held the line together for the better part of ten years, retired this offseason.

The Giants did sign Left Tackle Will Beatty and Guard Geoff Schwartz to solidify their main weakness. Through the preseason, the o-line still hasn’t found its rhythm, and it’s causing some major problems. In two preseason games against the Steelers and Colts, Manning is 1-for-9 for only six yards.

While it’s still early, that’s never a good sign.

On paper, it seems like the Giants might be better this season, but it takes time to put together a formidable offensive line. People are expecting the Giants, especially Manning, to be better this season. I wouldn’t get my hopes up, Giants fans. He’s no Taio Cruz, but Manning is still only going to break your heart.

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