Where Did It All Go Wrong?
The New York Giants’ 2024 season hit another low point with a crushing 34-7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. This game marked the team’s 10th consecutive defeat, leaving fans frustrated and disheartened.
Drew Lock was expected to be the answer at quarterback. Once heralded as a potential franchise starter, his performance has been anything but promising. Lock’s struggles have been glaring, with little resemblance to the quarterback who led a game-winning drive for the Seahawks in 2023.
Offensive Woes Continue
The Giants’ running game has faltered, and injuries to the offensive line have worsened the situation. While rookie Tyrone Tracy has shown flashes of talent, he’s not the game-changer Saquon Barkley once was. Tracy’s efforts alone cannot compensate for poor blocking upfront.
Despite the overall struggles, Malik Nabers has been a rare bright spot. With 97 receptions, Nabers now holds the Giants’ rookie record. He is just eight catches shy of Puka Nacua’s all-time rookie mark of 105, set in 2023. Additionally, Nabers is only 31 yards away from becoming the first Giants receiver to eclipse 1,000 yards in a season since Odell Beckham Jr. in 2018.
Defensive Breakdown
The defense provided no answers for Bijan Robinson and the Falcons’ rushing attack. The once-dominant pass rush failed to record a single sack of Michael Penix Jr. The rookie quarterback looked composed in his debut, raising questions about whether the Giants erred in drafting Nabers over Penix. While it’s too soon to determine, Penix’s performance showed promise, despite an interception caused by a dropped pass.
Looking Ahead
The Giants’ final home game of the season is against the Indianapolis Colts. Sitting at 0-8 at home, the possibility of a winless home record looms large. For a franchise steeped in history, this season has been a new level of embarrassment.
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