New York Giants: 5 Positions Team Should Target This Offseason

The New York Giants are clicking on all cylinders, most recently in Lambeau.

In a combined effort of a high-powered offense and a monstrous defensive line, the Giants convincingly defeated the defending Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers 37-20.

While we're not sure what the future holds for the Giants' playoff push, we are sure of one thing: There are several areas where this team can improve.

With that being said, here are five positions New York should target this offseason.

Defensive Tackle

While the Giants have amped their pass rush of late, the reality is the inside guys on the defensive line aren't getting it done.

DTs Chris Canty and Linval Joseph combined for a mere six sacks and 96 tackles combined this season, while Jason Pierre-Paul alone had 16.5 sacks and 86 tackles.

If the Giants can add a solid DT to their already fierce pass rush, opposing quarterbacks will be in for a nightmare.

Offensive Line

The offensive line of the New York Giants was horrific this season, highlighted by an NFL-worst 89.2 rushing yards per game.

Before the season even started, New York let offensive linemen Rich Seubert and Shaun O'Hara walk.

New York had to do some shifting around over the course of the season, especially at the Center position, where David Baas and Kevin Boothe each saw time.

The Giants must add one, if not two offensive linemen during the offseason to solidify the rushing game.

The Secondary

It will be huge if the Giants can re-sign Terrell Thomas in the offseason, as aside from Corey Webster, he's the best corner they have. Thomas' 2010 campaign saw him record 101 tackles, one sack, four forced fumbles and five interceptions.

The G-Men clearly need some help in the secondary, as they ranked No. 29 in terms of passing yards surrendered, giving up 255 per game. Opposing QBs also completed 61.3 percent of their passes against the Giants' secondary.

Rookie Prince Amukamara has shown he's still a work in progress, and it wouldn't hurt New York to add depth to both the corner and safety positions.

Tight End

Don't get me wrong.

There's nothing wrong with the combination of Jake Ballard, Bear Pascoe and Travis Beckum.

But read closer. It's a combination.

Teams like the New Orleans Saints with Jimmy Graham and the San Diego Chargers with Antonio Gates have one stud tight end who can do it all, which is what the Giants should be searching for.

Dwayne Allen out of Clemson fits the mold for New York; let's see if the Giants can snag him in the draft.

Running Back

The running of Brandon Jacobs might have helped the Giants down the stretch, but his mouth may be what ultimately runs him out of town. This is most likely his last season in New York, as Jacobs has aggravated many fans during the season.

His 571 yards and seven touchdowns aren't impressing anyone, and neither is his East-to-West running style of late, as compared to the old Jacobs, who used to demolish anyone who crossed his path.

With that being said, the Giants should be looking to add some more depth to their backfield. 

It's assumed that Ahmad Bradshaw will continue carrying the load.  Rookie Da'Rel Scott is promising, but saw next to no playing time this season.

If Jacobs leaves, look for the Giants to add a back during the offseason to get their running game back on track.

Honorable Mention: Linebacker

Jonathan Goff missed the entire 2011 season, leaving Michael Boley to man the linebacker position.

Boley missed two games, but still finished with solid numbers, including two sacks of Aaron Rodgers in the Giants' 37-20 victory over the Packers in the NFC Divisional round.

New York was forced to fill the void at linebacker with numerous rookies, including Mark Herzlich, Greg Jones, Spencer Paysinger and Jacquian Williams.

Mathias Kiwanuka also helped to fill the void at linebacker, but proved that he's not a cover LB.

While they do have some depth at LB with these rookies, it's unpredictable how many of them will transcend into starters.