The New York Giants have not selected a pure linebacker in the first round since Carl Banks in 1984, a decision that has become a point of contention for the franchise. Banks, a two-time Super Bowl champion, highlighted the need for strong linebacker play and endorsed Sonny Styles, who could be the first true linebacker picked by the Giants since him. Styles, known for his athleticism and leadership, impressed at the combine, raising questions about his positional value in the draft. With the Giants’ recent moves in free agency, drafting Styles could address a significant need in their defense.
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