Survey results: DT Darius Alexander is the player to watch in 2026

Survey results for the New York Giants’ 2026 season highlight defensive tackle Darius Alexander as the player to watch. The survey reflects a view that, while the Giants were closer to playoff-caliber competition than their record suggested a year ago, they still struggled to finish games. Alexander is seen as a key “hidden gem” option given concerns around the defensive line and the position’s potential to produce breakout impact. After an injury limited him during much of the spring and summer, he was largely a non-factor in his rookie season, then improved during the second half under Charlie Bullen. The article also notes the Giants’ 2026 optimism, with their NFC East title odds still low and a FanDuel over/under set at 7.5, up from 5.5 before 2025.