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Giants-Raiders Week 9: Offense, defense and special teams snap counts

The New York Giants lost their Week 9 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Here are the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams.

The New York Giants were hung out to dry on Sunday afternoon, getting smacked around by the makeshift Las Vegas Raiders, 30-6, in the latest embarrassment for the franchise.

Not only did the Giants lose the game in non-competitive fashion, but they also lost quarterback Daniel Jones to what appears to be a season-ending knee injury.

Not to be outdone, right tackle Evan Neal suffered another ankle injury — this time on the right side — and it likely headed to injured reserve (IR).

Here are the snap counts that contributed to the Giants’ most recent beating.

Offensive snaps: 63
Defensive snaps: 60
Special teams snaps: 24

The Giants carried two kickers on their Week 9 gameday roster — one on the active roster and one elevated from the practice squad — and attempted neither a field goal nor a point after attempt. Randy Bullock kicked off twice and that was it.

Wide receiver Parris Campbell saw an uptick in his snaps but only until Jones exited the game. Once DJ was out, Campbell was seemingly back to the bench (aside from kickoff duties).

Meanwhile, veteran wide receiver and team leader, Sterling Shepard, saw just a single offensive snap. Make it make sense.

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Giants-Jets Week 8: Offense, defense and special teams snap counts

The New York Giants lost their Week 8 game against the New York Jets. Here are the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams.

The New York Giants collapsed in soul-crushing fashion on Sunday afternoon, falling to the New York Jets, 13-10, in overtime despite having multiple opportunities to secure a victory.

Not only did the Giants lose the game, but they also lost quarterback Tyrod Taylor and tight end Darren Waller to injuries that may keep both out for a while.

Here are the snap counts that contributed to the Giants’ most recent loss.

Offensive snaps: 75
Defensive snaps: 64
Special teams snaps: 37

Punter Jamie Gillan took 17 special teams snaps (46 percent), which is a remarkable number that you rarely see in the NFL. It speaks to the offensive futility.

That futility is also highlighted by wide receiver Sterling Shepard taking a grand total of zero snaps. He was active and in uniform, but you’ll note that his name does not even appear above. Giants wide receivers combined for zero receptions on three targets for -1 yard.

Speaking of wide receivers, one of the Giants’ big offseason additions, Parris Campbell, took just three offensive snaps.

Finally, in his return from a shoulder injury, rookie center John Michael Schmitz took all 75 of the team’s offensive snaps.

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Giants-Commanders Week 7: Offense, defense and special teams snap counts

The New York Giants won their Week 7 game against the Washington Commanders. Here are the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams.

The New York Giants, led by a dominant defensive performance, upended the Washington Commanders, 14-7, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday.

The win not only snapped a four-game losing streak but also keeps Big Blue’s slim (and fading) playoff hopes alive with an easier schedule up ahead.

Here are the snap counts that contributed to the Giants’ most recent victory.

Offensive snaps: 68
Defensive snaps: 69
Special teams snaps: 29

Wide receiver Parris Campbell no longer seems to have a role for the Giants. He took just four offensive snaps (six overall) in Week 7 and is trending in the wrong direction. Given the team’s issues at punt returner, perhaps they could try him there?

With cornerback Adoree’ Jackson (neck) out, rookie Tre Hawkins was thrust back into a larger role, taking 59 defensive snaps (62 overall). He played admirably but did miss what would have been an easy interception.

Punter Jamie Gillan getting 11 snaps is entirely too much. That means punts and field goals, which normally don’t equate to wins in the NFL.

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Giants’ Parris Campbell getting work as kick returner

New York Giants WR Parris Campbell has been working as a kick returner in practice this week and may be an option on Sunday night.

The New York Giants are seeking any kind of spark to lift them out of the early season funk that has them at 1-4 after five weeks.

That spark could come on special teams, perhaps with a new returner.

This week, coordinator Thomas McGaughey spoke about wide receiver Parris Campbell, who the Giants signed in free agency during the offseason.

“Yeah, he’s back there,” McGaughey said of Campbell practicing as a return man. “He’s done it. He did it at Ohio State, he did it as a rookie and so we’ll see. We’ll see what happens, but you’ve seen him with the ball in his hands, he’s an electric guy with the ball in his hands so we’re going to work him back there.”

The Giants have had several players lined up to return both kicks and punts but rookie running back Eric Gray is the only one who has attempted to return both.

To say the least, Gray has been inconsistent, averaging six yards per attempt on four punt returns and 18.3 on three kickoff attempts.

“He’s growing, you know. I always tell those guys, it’s not what you’re going through, it’s what you’re growing through, right?” said McGaughey. “So, it’s a maturation process for him. Every situation is a new situation in this league for him and he just has to grow his way through it, he’ll be alright. He’s a young returner in this league that has upside and he’s a good football player and he’s a good young man so he’s just getting better every week.”

The Giants could use a boost from special teams — or anywhere — against the powerful Buffalo Bills this Sunday night. Maybe Campbell can provide it.

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Giants-Dolphins Week 5: Offense, defense and special teams snap counts

The New York Giants lost their Week 5 game against the Miami Dolphins. Here are the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams.

The New York Giants continue to find new and inventive ways to be humiliated each and every week, and they remained true to form on Sunday with a 31-16 loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Not only did the Giants drop their fourth game of the season, but they lost quarterback Daniel Jones to a neck injury in the process. They’re also on pace to set the NFL’s all-time record for sacks allowed in a single season.

Things have devolved to such a degree that Giants fans are now publicly celebrating injuries to the team’s players.

Here are the snap counts that contributed to the Giants’ most recent defeat.

Offensive snaps: 72
Defensive snaps: 54
Special teams snaps: 26

Throughout the week, Giants head coach Brian Daboll suggested that wide receiver Sterling Shepard would see an increased role. That did not happen as the veteran took just 20 offensive snaps and was targeted twice.

Fellow wide receiver Parris Campbell, one of the team’s prized offseason additions, also saw a sharp decline in his role after a few rough weeks. He took just 16 offensive snaps.

Defensively, linebacker Isaiah Simmons is now a full-time player. He took 100 percent of the snaps on Sunday in the absence of Micah McFadden, and his role is likely to remain a significant one.

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Giants’ Daniel Jones on Week 4 performance: ‘I let the team down’

New York Giants QB Daniel Jones shouldered the blame for Monday night’s debacle, saying he “let the team down.” And he’s right. He did.

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones was hit 13 times and sacked 10 times (not a typo) during a 24-3 Monday night loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Although the team’s offensive line was a turnstile made of Swiss cheese, that does not absolve Jones of his own issues. A year removed from his apparent breakout, DJ has devolved into the worst version of himself.

In Week 4, Jones lost a fumble and threw two interceptions, giving him a league-leading six on the season. One of those interceptions came at the goal line and was promptly returned 97 yards for a touchdown, giving Seattle a swing of +14 in a matter of seconds.

It was a backbreaking turnover and the unofficial end to the game.

“Obviously, terrible decision and awful mistake, so I can’t afford to do that,” Jones told reporters.

There appeared to be a miscommunication between Jones and wide receiver Parris Campbell on the play but that’s not a solid excuse for the veteran quarterback. He failed to recognize that Campbell was out of position while also missing a wide-open tight end Darren Waller, who was likely down the list on his progressions.

As Jones made his way to the bench after that play, head coach Brian Daboll was furious.

“Well, obviously not through an interception,” Daboll said when asked what he wanted Jones to do on the play.

Processing errors were the Achilles heel for Jones on Monday night. Not only did he make that error at the goal line, but he failed to throw Campbell open later in the game, leading to another interception. He also missed a wide-open Wan’Dale Robinson at one point, instead choosing to flee a clean pocket because he was seeing ghosts.

“I mean obviously I didn’t play well enough. It was unacceptable and I let the team down, so I’ve got to fix it. I’ve got to work hard to get it right and I’m going to do that,” Jones said. “I’m going to look at myself and study myself and see where I can improve and see where I can help this team and that’s what I’m focused on. My play wasn’t good enough. I know that, and that’s what I’m focused on.”

The Giants simply can not afford for their $160 million quarterback to play this poorly, especially when no one around him is stepping up. If it has to be the Daniel Jones Show then so be it. It’s time for DJ to embrace that, take his beating, and do whatever he can to avoid compounding the issues.

On Monday night, Jones fell well short of that.

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

Here’s a look at some potential bargains for daily fantasy from the New York Giants-Seattle Seahawks Week 4 game on Monday night.

The New York Giants (1-2) will host the Seattle Seahawks (2-1) on Monday Night Football in Week 4 in a matchup of NFC playoff teams from last season.

There’s a number of fantasy picks to choose from in this game. Here are four.

Studs and duds from Giants’ Week 3 loss vs. 49ers

Here’s a look at the studs and duds (and studly duds) from a 30-12 loss for the New York Giants against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3.

The New York Giants fell to the San Francisco 49ers, 30-12, on Thursday night, dropping their record to 1-2 on the season. It was another ugly showing and the injury bug bit hard, so things look murky for the team moving forward.

There was a lot more bad than good on the night, so the next 10-plus days will be a bit rough for the Giants and their fans. National media is not going to take it easy.

Here’s a look at some studs and duds (and studly duds) from the game.

Studs and duds from Giants’ Week 2 win vs. Cardinals

Here’s a look at the studs and duds (and studly duds) from a 31-28 comeback victory for the New York Giants over the Cardinals in Week 2.

The New York Giants trailed by 20 points at halftime and 21 points early in the second half but managed to rally and complete a historic upset of the Arizona Cardinals to pick up their first win of the 2023 regular season.

The comeback was spurred on by quarterback Daniel Jones, who totaled nearly 400 yards and three touchdowns on the night — nearly all of it coming over the final quarter and a half.

With the win, the Giants essentially saved their season. However, the run will be shortlived as they have a quick turnaround and a Thursday night matchup with the San Francisco 49ers.

Here’s a look at some studs and duds (and studly duds) from the game.

Giants vs. Cowboys: 6 keys to victory in Week 1

The Giants host the Cowboys in the first Sunday night game of the 2023 NFL season, and there are six keys to victory for the Giants.

The New York Giants host the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey in the first Sunday night game of the 2023 regular season.

Although it’s always a heated game, the Giants haven’t defeated the Cowboys since Week 17 of the 2020 season. Of course, a division rivalry game can go either way.

That said, there are six keys to victory for the Giants in Week 1.