Giants Stumble Against Falcons: A Review of Playmakers and Pitfalls

The New York Giants faced a tough loss against the Atlanta Falcons, leading briefly before things went south. Let’s break down who stood out and who fell short. Drew Lock's performance was a lowlight, with the lowest grade on offense (38. 6). However, Chris Manhertz (84. 1) earned high marks for his solid play. The receiving crew had mixed results, with Malik Nabers impressing (75. 6) despite penalties, while Darius Slayton (51. 5) saw fewer targets lately. On defense, bench players and practice squad members shone, like Boogie Basham (76. 9). The defensive line struggled overall, with Cory Durden and Jordon Riley posting low grades. The Giants' offensive line faced issues, with the right side crumbling on a crucial pick-six. Notably, John Michael Schmitz showed promise in pass blocking (85. 0). The defense saw glimmers of hope in young players like Micah McFadden and Darius Muasau, who had decent grades. The secondary was a mixed bag, with Deonte Banks and Dane Belton having good games despite some hiccups. Overall, the Giants' performance needs improvement, particularly in pass protection and quarterback play.