-Think many underestimated the Giants and their defense. They confused Dalton all day and forced him to hold onto the ball too long. This was an area in which Dalton struggled early on after he replaced Dak.
Good point. There is not as much difference between pro teams as people think. The top two or three teams and the bottom two or three teams excluded.
-OL really had a poor day. Couldn't protect Dalton and the run game just couldn't get going. Bright side is, with Leonard Williams big day, he is going to cost the Giants even more to resign in the off-season.
We haven’t been able to run the ball, at will, all season long. Today was no different. If we wanted to win today we should have thrown the ball 50 times.
OL decisions are critical. If we bank on Tyron and Collins coming back and being All Pro, and they aren’t, it will be a big mail in the coffin for us.
-The book on Andy Dalton with Cincy was that he wasn't a big game QB. We saw this today. His accuracy was all over the place, where the Giants had multiple chances to intercept some of his passes. Gutsy performance, but he needed to play better. I don't aspect him returning next season.
Dalton hasn’t played as well as I thought he would all year long. Part of it is the OL play. Part of it is Dalton just isn’t that good. I was somewhat wrong about what I expected his level of play to be.
-Dalton Schultz has probably been the most consistent starter throughout the yr. He wasn't even guaranteed a roster spot this year and he finally has broken out. Depth at the position at the start of the yr looked very thin, now it is a strength.
I’m not sure why people are surprised by Schultz. He was a pretty complete tight end at Stanford. He was a victim being on the wrong end of preferential treatment (Witten). Witten was a waste of skin his lest several seasons.
Schultz is not a rookie. He has been getting NFL nutrition, coaching and practice time. He is just finally getting playing time.
-Outside of the opening and last drive prior to half, thought the defense played well. Strong against the run, were able to get off the field throughout the day. However, some real bonehead penalties, what was Lewis thinking with that headbutt?
The defense hasn’t played well all year long. I think it’s due to poor play up the middle of the defense. But hey, what do I know.
-Although more self-induced, Cowboy Defense still was able to generate more defensive turnovers. Wilson just has those natural instincts, where he is always around the football.
We are built for flash on defense. All the draft capital and cap dollars on the DL is at DE, and it shows. Gallimore is the one bright spot. I think he will continue to pay dividends.
-Was somewhat disappointed with the lack of pressure today against a OL who really has struggled, especially lately. Daniel Jones had a clean pocket to work with the majority of the day.
Need inside pressure. We have none.
-Was impressed with Diggs and his long speed. Slaton is perhaps the fastest player on the Giants team, where Diggs appeared to be able to match his speed down the field.
I’m not sure what Diggs is yet, but he has the pedigree from Bama and a pro WR brother. I’m willing to watch him grow.
-I just don't see enough from our secondary players to warrant a 2nd contract. Team can upgrade and at a much lower cost.
Lewis needs to GO. He’s a head case.
Chido may be a late bloomer. I’m ok with keeping him for depth (hopefully only depth).
-MM should of used the challenge flag, but as we have seen, many of these calls don't get overturned even with clear evidence. They usually go to how it was called on the field. Thought we got a bad break on the fumble late in the game.
Cowboys never get the calls. That call would have stood because it’s the Cowboys.
Although disappointing, this is what this franchise truly needed, secure a top 10 pick. They have a war chest of picks and they are going to need it as this defense needs a major overhaul.
Agreed. I am excited about this draft. Hopefully we make great use of those picks.
Go Washington as I do not want to hear it from the Giant fans all off-season long.
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