Overview
- Elevated after Shane Bowen’s firing, Bullen will call a defense for the first time on Monday Night Football against New England.
- Practice adjustments this week included full-unit tackling circuits and unscripted periods to give Bullen live call reps, with additional red-zone work planned.
- Fixing the run defense and late-game collapses is the priority, with the Giants last in rushing yards allowed per game and giving up big gains on the edges.
- Bullen says his philosophy is “players over plays,” aiming to feature talents like Brian Burns, Dexter Lawrence and Jevon Holland in advantageous roles.
- He ruled out a wholesale scheme overhaul, citing limited time, and acknowledged influence from mentor Vance Joseph as Mike Kafka helps streamline the workflow.