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Pierre-Paul emerges as a force

New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul celebrates

Photo credit: MCT | New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul celebrates after blocking Dallas Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey's field goal attempt late in the fourth quarter. (Dec. 11, 2011)

It has been nearly two decades since Giants fans last saw a defensive starter referenced by his initials. LT became the preferred designation for the greatest defensive player in franchise history -- arguably NFL history, too -- as Lawrence Taylor put on a weekly show with his brilliant play.

Could it be that another player with another set of initials is taking his place as the Giants' next...

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