New York Giants: Week 7 NFC East Breakdown
We’ll take a look at one of the most competitive divisions in the league. Where do the New York Giants stand within the NFC East division?
The NFC East nicknamed the “NFC Least” last year, shapes up to become one of the most competitive divisions for the 2016 season. It’s the only division with every team listing a record at .500 or above. The New York Giants reached 3-3 and sit in fourth place.
As a whole, the division logged a 3-1 record in Week 6. Two teams played each other last week. What’s the secret formula for fast starts in the NFC East? We’ll go through each team’s track record leading up their Week 7 matchups.
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New York Giants
The Giants desperately needed to find their way back into the win column with all the hoopla surrounding wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. It didn’t come easily, but Big Blue barely edged the Baltimore Ravens thanks to quarterback Eli Manning’s best receiving weapon on a 66-yard touchdown reception.
Still, the victory came with multiple shortcomings; Manning threw two interceptions. The Giants only accumulated 38 yards on 17 carries with veteran running back Rashad Jennings back on the field.
New York’s unbalanced offensive attack could cost the team victories down the stretch, especially in inclement weather conditions. Furthermore, defensive ends Olivier Vernon and Jason Pierre-Paul have only combined for two sacks. For a combined $22.4 million cap hit, per overthecap.com, the Giants pass-rushers must bring more to the table.
On a positive note, free safety Darian Thompson looks to loosen up on the practice field. He’s expected to return Week 9 against the Philadelphia Eagles, per ESPN’s Jordan Raanan:
Rookie safety Darian Thompson expects to do some running on the field this week but the goal is to return after the bye against the Eagles.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) October 18, 2016
The Giants will match up against the Los Angeles Rams in London on Sunday in a battle between 3-3 squads.
Last Game: 10/16 Ravens 27-23 (Win)
Next Game: 10/23 Rams