Giants LB Bobby Okereke is the NFC defensive player of the week
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The New York Giants concluded a difficult season with consecutive wins, including a 34-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18. Linebacker Bobby Okereke played a pivotal role in the win, contributing six tackles, an interception, and a fumble recovery. As a result of his performance, Okereke was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week by the NFL. Over the season, Okereke accumulated 143 tackles, two interceptions, a sack, and a fumble recovery. He is currently under contract with the Giants through the 2026 season, the last year of the four-year deal he signed as a free agent.
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