After a solid rookie season, can Nubin take a step forward?
Despite a disappointing 3-14 finish in 2024, the New York Giants found a bright spot in rookie safety Tyler Nubin. Pro Football Focus recently named the 2024 second-round pick as a breakout candidate for 2025, and it’s easy to see why.
PFF’s Bradley Locker wrote:
As part of a loaded 2024 draft class, Nubin shined by himself with a 76.0 PFF run-defense grade and a 79.4 PFF tackling grade. Ironically, his issues arose in coverage, where he was unbelievable in 2023 at Minnesota, with a 90.1 PFF coverage grade. Anticipate Nubin playing a more complete game in his second season, particularly if New York can upgrade its cornerback room.
Playing 754 out of 756 defensive snaps before his season ending injury, Nubin quickly became one of the team’s most consistent defenders. His 93 combined tackles was second on the team and ranked among the best for safeties across the league, and his ability to finish tackles (with just five missed) stood out in a season full of defensive lapses.
Though known for his ball skills in college, Nubin didn’t record an interception in his rookie year. His solid coverage and tackling ability though have made him a key part of the Giants’ defense..
As the Giants focus on rebuilding in 2025, Nubin is one of the few bright spots in an otherwise depleted roster. With a year of experience under his belt, expect him to take another step forward as a leader in the secondary.
