NFL power rankings: Vikings, Eagles top the board

2018 Key Additions: New general manager Dave Gettleman was active even before the new fiscal year opened on March 14. The former executive in Carolina brought in former Panthers’ running back Jonathan Stewart. And now the veteran will team with 2018 second overall pick Saquon Barkley as the New York Giants try and re-establish the ground game. The team also got more help for veteran quarterback Eli Manning in the form of veteran left tackle Nate Solder (Patriots) and rookie guard Will Hernandez, a second-round pick. And yes, the franchise did address the quarterback situation in the draft. But that move came in the fourth round in the form of Richmond’s Kyle Lauletta. He will duel with second-year pro Davis Webb for the backup job behind Manning.

Offseason Review: There was a lot of speculation regarding the futures of both Manning and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. during these last few months. And it is very safe to say that neither appears to be going anywhere anytime soon. Shurmur brings a workmanlike approach to a team that appeared to lose its way in a lot of regards a year ago. And it’s worth noting that bouncing back in this division has been inexplicably easier than imagined. Three straight and five of the last six NFC East champions finished dead last among the foursome the previous season.