The Pro Football Network has put together an NFL All-Decade Team for the 2020s, even though we are only four seasons into the decade. The team is a retrospective of the last four seasons, not a projection of future players who may eventually make the cut. This team recognizes the players who have already left their mark on the NFL in the 2020s.
When examining how the New York Giants fared on PFN’s All-Decade Team, it is clear that they did not have many representatives. To everyone’s surprise, running back Saquon Barkley and nose tackle Dexter Lawrence did not make the cut. The only Giants player on the team is wide receiver and return specialist Gunner Olszewski.
Olszewski stood out for his performance as a punt returner, earning a first-team All-Pro nod and averaging 11.9 yards per punt return. He joined the Giants in October and made a significant impact on their return game, including scoring a 94-yard touchdown in Week 17. While Olszewski’s presence on the All-Decade Team may seem unexpected, it highlights his skill as one of the best punt returners in the NFL.
Overall, PFN’s All-Decade Team for the 2020s is an interesting exercise to reflect on standout players of
