How Injuries Cost the Giants’ 2008 Draft Class Its Potential

The Giants gained several legitimate starters and one unforgettable Super Bowl moment from their 2008 draft class, but they sacrificed years of potential production when injuries repeatedly struck the group’s most promising players.

Kenny Phillips appeared to be developing into a high-level NFL safety before recurring knee problems changed his career. Terrell Thomas recorded 10 interceptions over two seasons before undergoing three ACL reconstructions on the same knee. Jonathan Goff became a full-time starter in 2010 before consecutive ACL tears ended his playing career.

Mario Manningham gave the class its lasting legacy. His 38-yard sideline reception from Eli Manning opened the game-winning drive in Super Bowl XLVI and remains one of the greatest catches in Giants history.

Drew and Rob review all seven selections, including Bryan Kehl, Andre’ Woodson and Robert Henderson. They examine what each player accomplished with the Giants, where their careers went afterward and what they are doing after football.

Was this a genuinely successful draft class derailed by circumstances outside the Giants’ control, or does Manningham’s Super Bowl moment carry too much of the class’s reputation?

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