Dru Phillips has gained clear vision and understands the Giants better now.
Dru Phillips established himself as the Giants’ primary nickel cornerback in his rookie year, making some notable plays. He intercepted passes, saw 68% of the defensive snaps, and made seven tackles, all while facing some challenges with his vision. After getting LASIK surgery this offseason—he prefers not to wear contacts—Phillips has noticed a significant change. […]
Giants’ Dru Phillips already among NFL’s best at cornerback
Any list of the best cornerbacks in the NFL will always include Patrick Surtain II, Marlon Humphrey, and Trent McDuffie. Could Giants rookie Jrue Phillips secure a place in those long-term discussions? Phillips remains highly rated as the No. 6 cornerback in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus' play-by-play rating system. The list includes […]
Rookie Dru Phillips emerging as bright spot for woeful Giants’ defense
Through two games, there haven't been many bright spots in the Giants' defense. But no matter how badly those around him performed, it's hard to overlook Jrue Phillips. Outside of star forward Dexter Lawrence, the rookie cornerback has been perhaps the most impressive piece of the Giants defense through two games. “Coming in as a […]
Giants rookie Dru Phillips unfazed by NFL pressure
Dru Phillips isn’t backing down. No matter the history of the opposing receiver, you won’t get it from them. It’s not a primary role the Giants will likely thrust upon him. Not from any battle. The 22-year-old Phillips, the Giants’ third-round draft pick (70th overall) out of the University of Kentucky, is expected to be […]
Rookie Dru Phillips eager to earn his Giants secondary spot
The Giants defense is loaded with game-changing talent, but the secondary is searching for a reliable playmaker following the departure of safety Xavier McKinney. Third-round cornerback Jrue Phillips could provide just that. The Kentucky native has primarily played on Big Blue’s second-team defense but has already earned some playing time with Deonte Banks and the […]