Landon Collins is back at the New York Giants after the team signed him to the practice squad last week, and it appears that the safety-turned-linebacker will be active this week against the Baltimore Ravens.
Collins wanted to do something.It is clear and simple: He wanted Big Blue to be his next team when he was free in 2019. The team’s old GM didn’t want him, he said.
According to the New York Daily News, “That was my only concern.” “I want fans understand that. It wasn’t the Giants. Dave Gettleman was the one who did it. … I wanted to stay, but Gettleman didn’t want me here.”
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Landon Collins, New York Giants, reacts to being called for pass interference at the MetLife Stadium Dec. 2, 2018, East Rutherford (N.J.).
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Collins wasn’t shy to tell reporters his feelings about Gettleman once he left for the Washington CommandersThey signed a six-year, $84 Million deal during the 2019 offseason.
NJ.com was told that he said at the time, “No dignity at any point.” “I didn’t know what was going on. He’s a liar. He lied to everyone. So that’s a man I do not trust. “I would like to think that no one else will either.”
Collins added that while his free agency situation was playing out, he didn’t speak with Gettleman once. Gettleman didn’t draft Collins. Jerry Reese selected him in the second round, 2015 draft.
Collins felt that, after being a member of the organization for four years and sporting a “C”, on his chest for 2018, he deserved more. Gettleman didn’t give him that, so he moved on.
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Joe Schoen, the current general manager, and Brian Daboll, the head coach see an opportunity to bring back a familiar face and make an impact.
Since he’s moved on, Collins’ strengths have shown when he’s closer to the line of scrimmage. Wink Martindale’s defensive scheme caters to safety-linebacker hybrids who can rush the passer and drop back in coverage if need be, and Collins has that skill set.
Landon Collins of New York Giants is seen in action against Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Nov. 18, 2018, in East Rutherford.
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Collins has been plagued by injuries over the past two seasons. He played seven games in 2020 after tearing his Achilles. Dallas Cowboys.
In 2021, Collins was injured in his foot and placed on injured reserve Dec. 24, which ended his season after 13 games. Collins signed with New York after he failed to reach common ground with the Commanders.
In his second stint, he wants to show that he can still play the game.
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“I’ve been injury prone the past what, two years, three years? That’s my biggest downfall. Other than that, yeah, I still got it, I’m still a playmaker, I’m still a baller,” he told The New York Post.
Collins, who was a New Yorker for the first four seasons, led the team with 104 tackles in those three seasons. Collins also earned himself two Super Bowl rings. Pro Bowl selections, and an All-Pro designation.
Collins placed third in the voting for Defensive player of the year. He was part of a team who fought their way to the playoffs due to its outstanding defensive play. Collins had five interceptions (one returned for touchdown), 125 tackles, four passes defensed, and four sacks.
Landon Collins, New York Giants, against Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field November 25, 2018, in Philadelphia.
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Collins has 437 tackles (22 loss), and eight interceptions in 59 games with the Giants. He’s hoping to increase those totals starting this Sunday in Baltimore.
Fox News Digital tried to reach Gettleman regarding Collins’ claims, but was unsuccessful.
