Giants interested in Jerry Hughes, focusing on defensive line

The Giants have expressed interest in impending free-agent defensive end Jerry Hughes and appear to be very interested in beeing up their pass rush, ESPN.com reports.

The Giants franchised defensive end Jasson Pierre-Paul but appear ready to add more talent to the defensive line once free agency opens Tuesday. The team has also been connected to Pernell McPhee and Brandon Graham, per the report.

The Giants have also expressed interest in safety Devin McCourty but expect him to be tough to sign.