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Giants fall to Cowboys, 21-6: Winners, losers and those in between

Here are the winners, losers and those in between from the New York Giants’ Week 15 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

The New York Giants (4-10) found themselves on the wrong end of a sloppy 21-6 loss against the Dallas Cowboys (10-4) on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Though it should have been expected, it was another sluggish and sloppy outing from the offense. The offensive line struggled all game, Mike Glennon shouldn’t be the quarterback and the defense allowed Dalton Schultz to run free.

At this point, we’re just counting the weeks until the season is over. Here are the winners, losers and those in between from the Week 15 loss:

Kyle Rudolph, Billy Price were highest-graded Giants in Week 14

Tight end Kyle Rudolph and center Billy Price earned the New York Giants’ highest PFF grades in Week 14.

The New York Giants had the brakes beat off them on Sunday, falling to the Los Angeles Chargers by a score of 37-21. And the game wasn’t even that close.

There were precious few positives to take away from the game as the Giants struggled in every form and facet. From the coaches to the players, it was a disaster from the opening whistle until the final second.

Still, those at Pro Football Focus managed to find some silver linings. Not everyone earned a poor grade. In fact, some players shined through a bit.

Tight end Kyle Rudolph topped that list following his best game in a Giants uniform. He logged a team-high grade of 89.9. He was followed by center Billy Price (85.3), fullback Eli Penny (84.9) and running back Devontae Booker (77.4).

Other notable offensive grades include guard Will Hernandez (75.5), running back Saquon Barkley (75.5) and wide receiver Kenny Golladay (55.4).

The lowest-graded Giants on offense were wide receiver Darius Slayton (39.8) and tight end Chris Myarick (30.8).

Defensively, lineman Dexter Lawrence led the way (80.3). Just behind him were linebacker Tae Crowder (74.2), defensive end Leonard Williams (73.9) and nose tackle Danny Shelton (70.5).

Other notable defensive grades include cornerback James Bradberry (64.3), edge rusher Azeez Ojulari (59.4) and linebacker Lorenzo Carter (48.6).

The lowest-graded Giants defenders were linebacker Benardrick McKinney (43.6) and defensive lineman Austin Johnson III (42.5).

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Austin Johnson, Azeez Ojulari were highest-graded Giants in Week 13

New York Giants DT Austin Johnson and LB Azeez Ojulari earned the team’s highest PFF grades in a Week 13 loss to the Miami Dolphins.

The New York Giants hit a low point on Sunday during a 20-9 loss to the Miami Dolphins, and that’s saying something. But their offense managed just three field goals, failing to score a touchdown for the first time this season.

Their end-of-half struggles also continued, while an over-worked defense faded at times.

Understandably, their Pro Football Focus grades for Week 13 are not great. And on the offensive side of the ball, the team saw some of their lowest collective grades of 2021.

Leading the way on offense was left tackle Andrew Thomas, who earned an overall grade of 72.1. He was followed by running back Devontae Booker (70.9) and tight end Evan Engram (70.0).

Other notable offensive grades include wide receiver Kenny Golladay (66.0), guard Ben Bredeson (60.3) and running back Saquon Barkley (45.3).

The lowest-graded Giants on offense were quarterback Mike Glennon (40.9) and guard Matt Skura (40.8).

New York saw much better grades on defense, led by defensive tackle Austin Johnson (83.3). He was followed by rookie edge rusher Azeez Ojulari (82.5) and linebacker Benardrick McKinney (79.3).

Other notable defensive grades include linebacker Quincy Roche (75.8), safety Logan Ryan (65.6) and rookie cornerback Aaron Robinson (60.4).

The lowest-graded Giants on defense were cornerback James Bradberry (45.4) and defensive end Raymond Johnson (33.7).

Cornerback Jarren Williams led the special teams unit with a grade of 74.7.

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Fantasy Football: Potential bargains, must-plays from Giants-Eagles game

Here’s a look at some potential bargains for daily fantasy from the New York Giants-Philadelphia Eagles Week 12 game on Sunday afternoon.

The New York Giants (3-7) meet the Philadelphia Eagles (5-6) for the first time this season at MetLife Stadium this Sunday.

Here is a quick fantasy outlook of this week’s matchup.

Report: Giants’ Saquon Barkley, Devontae Booker expected to play vs. Bucs

New York Giants running backs Saquon Barkley and Devontae Booker are both expected to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 11.

The New York Giants will welcome the return of running back Saquon Barkley on Monday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Barkley, who has missed the team’s last four game after suffering a sprained ankle in Week 5, will play barring any setbacks. The same can be said for running back Devontae Booker, who has been dealing with a hip injury.

Additionally, expectations are that left tackle Andrew Thomas (ankle) will be activated from injured reserve. Whether or not he suits up however, remains to be seen.

Finally, tight end Kaden Smith (knee) is not likely to play in Week 11.

Although he is expected to play, Barkley anticipates dealing with some general soreness when he takes the field.

“I would say just some soreness when you’re rehabbing and when you’re coming off of an injury, especially an injury where you had to be non-weight-bearing for a little bit. There definitely will be some soreness there, but that’s part of football, that’s part of the game that I love to play, and I just have to continue to listen to the trainers, listen to the coaches and trust my body,” Barkley told reporters earlier this week.

“I still believe I’m capable of the things that I’ve shown on the field before, so when I’m able to make those plays, when those plays come to me, make those plays and don’t force anything and take it one day at a time. That’s really the only thing I can do. Those are my expectations.”

The Giants can only hope a healthy Barkley is enough to spark their sputtering offense.

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Giants injury report: Logan Ryan, Sterling Shepard out vs. Bucs

The New York Giants will be without four players, including WR Sterling Shepard and S Logan Ryan, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The New York Giants will see the return of several offensive stars in Week 11 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but will be down a defensive captain.

Safety Logan Ryan, after testing positive for COVID-19 earlier this week, will sit out on Monday night against his former Patriots teammate, Tom Brady. Wide receiver Sterling Shepard will also miss the game.

The good news? Wide receivers Kenny Golladay and Kadarius Toney will both play. There’s also a strong chance running back Saquon Barkley will return. Ditto left tackle Andrew Thomas, who remains on injured reserve as of now.

The Giants’ final injury report can be found below:

Out: S Logan Ryan (COVID-19), WR Sterling Shepard (quad), DB Nate Ebner (knee), LB Lorenzo Carter (ankle/illness)

Doubtful: N/A

Questionable: RB Saquon Barkley (ankle), RB Devontae Booker (hip), TE Kaden Smith (knee), FB Cullen Gillaspia (calf)

Meanwhile, the Buccaneers’ final injury report can also be found below (awaiting further updates):

Out: WR Antonio Browns (ankle)

Doubtful: N/A

Questionable: N/A

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Giants injury report: Kaden Smith returns to practice

New York Giants TE Kaden Smith returned to practice on Friday, while safety Logan Ryan sat out due to COVID-19 protocols.

The New York Giants returned to the practice field on Friday and did so one additional player short. Safety Logan Ryan tested positive for COVID-19 and was promptly placed on the reserve list.

On the positive side of things, left tackle Andrew Thomas (ankle/foot) continues to participate and appears to be trending toward an activation from IR. Running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) was also participating and is likely a shoo-in to play on Monday night.

Meanwhile, tight end Kaden Smith (knee) returned to the field.

Linebacker Lorenzo Carter however, remains at home with a stomach illness. His status is uncertain and trending in the wrong direction.

The Giants’ full Friday injury report can be found below:

Did not participate: LB Lorenzo Carter (illness/ankle), DB Nate Ebner (knee), WR Sterling Shepard (quad), S Logan Ryan (COVID-19 protocols)

Limited participant: RB Saquon Barkley (ankle), RB Devontae Booker (hip), FB Cullen Gillaspia (calf), TE Kaden Smith (knee)

Full participant: N/A

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Giants injury report: Saquon Barkley limited in practice

New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley (ankle) was a limited participant in practice on Thursday, while four others sat out.

The New York Giants have returned from their bye and took the field for their first open practice of the week on Thursday.

Understandably, all eyes were on several of the team’s key players, including running back Saquon Barkley, left tackle Andrew Thomas and wide receiver Sterling Shepard.

Thomas was designated to return to practice and did take the field — an improvement over his status on Wednesday. However, he remains on injured reserve.

Shepard, meanwhile, worked on the side with trainers during the portion of practice open to the media. Barkley was more involved and continues to trend in the right direction. He looks like someone who will plat in Week 11.

Linebacker Lorenzo Carter was not in attendance for the second consecutive day. He continues to deal with an illness unrelated to COVID-19. Also missing were safety Nate Ebner (ankle) and tight end Kaden Smith (knee).

Did not participate: LB Lorenzo Carter (illness/ankle), DB Nate Ebner (knee), WR Sterling Shepard (quad), TE Kaden Smith (knee)

Limited participant: RB Saquon Barkley (ankle), RB Devontae Booker (hip), FB Cullen Gillaspia (calf)

Full participant: K Graham Gano (illness)

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Giants have opportunity to feast on second half schedule

The New York Giants (barely) survived a tough first half schedule and now have the opportunity to feast on a weaker second half schedule.

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The New York Giants are 3-6 as they enter their bye week and many have written them off again.

Those who are doing that may be jumping off the bandwagon too early according to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post, who believes the Giants’ playoff hopes are far from dead.

Here’s the main reason to hope: Even if the Giants return from the bye week with a loss to the Buccaneers to fall to 3-7, only two of the final seven opponents (Cowboys, Chargers) have winning records. The combined winning percentage for those seven opponents (Eagles twice) is .400.

What’s more? The Giants have a winning formula now that the defense is meeting high expectations after a disappointing start. In all nine wins of the Judge-Jason Garrett-Patrick Graham era, the Giants have allowed 21 or fewer points. Seven times that point total is 16-21.

Good points all around. The Giants’ defense has been playing lights out the past three weeks, allowing a league-low 13 points per game and have only allowed opponents to score touchdowns in the red zone on 23 percent of their trips, also a league-low over that span.

The defense has come around, now the offense must follow. But that can only happen if Jason Garrett takes off the training wheels and the Giants get some production out of their marquee stars such as Saquon Barkley, Kenny Golladay, Kyle Rudolph and Sterling Shepard.

Barkley, Golladay and Shepard may all be back in the lineup next Monday night in Tampa, which would be a huge boost. Add them to the group of Kadarius Today, Devontae Booker, Evan Engram, Darius Slayton and Rudolph and you have the makings of a very powerful offense.

21 points per game could be all the Giants need to go 6-2 in the second half, which would put them at 9-8 on the year and in the post season conversation.