The Giants’ offensive line has been a recurring issue heading into this season. With the protection surrounding Daniel Jones, who is trying to bounce back from injury, bringing in Van Roten makes sense.
Van Roten is a true journeyman, having played with the Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Jets, Buffalo Bills, and Toronto Argonauts before joining the Las Vegas Raiders last year. Despite giving up five sacks, Van Roten played well for the Raiders last year, starting 17 games for Las Vegas. He also has experience playing center, which could be useful as their backup center, Austin Schlottmann, has struggled at times.
Adding Van Roten is the latest offensive line shakeup, following Jermaine Eluemunor’s move from guard to right tackle last week. Van Roten figures to start for the Giants, with the rest of the line likely featuring left tackle Andrew Thomas, center John Michael Schmitz, Jon Runyan Jr., and Eluemunor at right tackle. Hopefully, this starting group for New York can keep Jones upright and help fuel the Giants back to the playoffs.