Giants' former top-five pick has been on an insane tear to silence critics

The New York Giants have enjoyed strong performances from former fifth-overall pick Kayvon Thibodeaux this season.

After being faced with heavy criticism for his lack of game-changing production over the last couple of years, Thibodeaux has entered this season with a fire lit under him.

Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux is off to a strong start this season

Through two weeks this season, Thibodeaux has totaled seven combined tackles, two tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks. He has also added eight pressures, one quarterback hit, and five hurries.

Thibodeaux has been a constantly disruptive force for the Giants’ defensive line through two games, despite sharing his playing time with first-round rookie Abdul Carter and newcomer veteran Chauncey Golston.

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