Meaningless Games In 2017

The injury to Julian Edelman is one more example of the dangers of preseason games. They are a necessary evil for all teams. They are the best way to evaluate players and get the team ready for the season.

Once again, we will hear talk about having fewer of them. The owners would like to give up two, but extend the regular season to 18 games. Rosters would need to be expanded and rules changed for injured players.

The Giants had a scare with Odell Beckham for a knee injury he sustained. It happens to every team.

In the end, money will guide any changes.