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For Deonte Banks, Week 1’s lead-up focused primarily on the inevitable challenges that would arise in defending an All-Pro receiver in the passing game; as it turned out, those weren’t the only perimeter plays he’d relish making. Determined to keep the endzone barricaded, the New York Giants cornerback — despite a 30-pound size disadvantage — shedded a block perfectly before tracking down the Minnesota Vikings’ outside runner for a three-yard loss. Banks kept busy even during the 28-6 loss on Sept. 8, 2024, recording four tackles (including one for a loss).