Passing Offense Grade: B+
The weather conditions weren’t great at MetLife Stadium, making for a difficult afternoon for putting the ball in the air.Eli Manninghad a couple of hiccups but was once again solid more often than not.
He finished the game 21-of-36 for 227 yards and two touchdowns. He did not throw an interception on the afternoon, but that has more to do with the Bears inability to make a play. Manning gave them a couple of chances for an interception, but they were unable to finish it off.
Sterling Shepardled the way for the Giants receivers. He had five receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown as Manning targeted him a team-high 11 times. Manning has growing confidence in Shepard, going to him even if he makes a drop.Odell BeckhamJr. had a quiet afternoon, catching five passes for 46 yards.Victor Cruzreturned from injury and made the most of his one reception, a long 48-yard catch-and-run up the sideline.
Rashad Jenningswas also a factor in the passing game today. He converted a fourth down on a blitz from the Bears and fought for extra yardage all afternoon. He finished with five receptions for 44 yards.Will Tyecaught Manning’s other touchdown.
Manning was able to avoid disaster on a couple of occasions, but this was far from his cleanest game. It was encouraging to see him not take a sack, but the Bears were able to generate some pressure and hit Manning four times, rushing some throws.
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