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Jevon Holland named NFC Defensive Player Of the Month

New York Giants safety Jevon Holland earned NFC Defensive Player of the Month honors for September after an exceptional start to his second season with the franchise. Through three games, he has intercepted a pass in every contest, totaled three interceptions and four pass deflections, and surrendered just two receptions for 59 yards across eight targets for a stellar 57.8 passer rating.

His clutch interception against Cam Ward preserved a victory over the Tennessee Titans.

Doug Farrar recently highlighted Holland as a secret superstar following his offseason arrival from the Miami Dolphins on a three-year, $45.3 million deal ahead of the 2025 campaign. Although his debut season showed promise through advanced metrics that mirrored Xavier McKinney, penalties negated potential interceptions like a pick-six.

Thriving under Dennard Wilson's aggressive defensive approach, Holland has validated the front office's heavy investment and emerged as a vital playmaker for the secondary.

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