PRESENTING SPONSOR
Sunday's game is presented by Quest Diagnostics, A Proud Partner in Health of the New York Giants.
TEAM NEWS
The Giants close out the 2021 preseason at home against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium in the team's final tune-up before the regular season.
This game marks the annual preseason matchup between New York and New England. Big Blue won five out of the last six exhibition contests against the Patriots dating back to 2014. The last time these two teams met in the preseason was on August 29th, 2019 when New York secured a 31-29 win in Foxborough.
The Giants are searching for their first preseason win after the team dropped its first two games against the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns.
COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
The New York Giants will continue their celebration of Play Football Month on Sunday by honoring some of the amazing coaches and athletes in our area.
Members of the Inaugural Holmdel High School Girls Flag Football Team will ring the Giants Pride Bell to start the game. Holmdel finished 7-1, as part of the Shore Conference's first season of high school girls flag football, which included support from the New York Giants and Nike. All seven schools who participated in the season received 100 tickets to attend today's game:
- Middletown South High School
- Middletown North High School
- Matawan Aberdeen High School
- Mater Dei Prep
- Shore Regional High School
- Pinelands Regional High School
- Holmdel High School
The Giants will also honor each of the recipients of the 2020 Lou Rettino High School Coach of the Week Award Presented by Gatorade. Coaches are selected for their excellence in coaching and their personal commitment to their students and community. Each school has received a $2,000 equipment grant in their honor:
- Daniel DeMatteo, Yonkers Force, Yonkers, NY
- Victor Chiappa, Yonkers Brave, Yonkers, NY
- Rich Hansen, St. Peter's Prep, Jersey City, NJ
- Steve DiGregorio, Nutley High School, Nutley, NJ
- Ralph Cinque, Clifton High School, Clifton, NJ
- James Magazine, Paterson Eastside High School, Paterson, NJ
- Jack Maher, Becton Regional High School, East Rutherford, NJ
- Rae Oliver, East Orange Campus High School, East Orange, NJ
- Darnell Grant, West Orange High School, West Orange, NJ
- Mark Murray, Mount Vernon High School, Mt. Vernon, NY
- Coach of the Year: Benjie Wimberly, Hackensack High School, Hackensack, NJ
Additionally, our 2020 Coach of the Year, Benjie Wimberly, will be accepting a contribution from Snickers on behalf of the New Jersey Minorities Coaches Association, which he co-founded in 2020. Wimberly serves as President of the organization, which strives to educate and develop students and minorities involved in athletics.
New York Giants 50/50 Raffle
The Giants Foundation 50/50 Raffle is back at this week's game, with one lucky fan winning half of the raffle jackpot and the remainder of the jackpot benefitting The Giants Foundation. Be on the lookout for 50/50 Raffle staff members in bright red shirts throughout the stadium when the gates open up until the end of the third quarter. The winning ticket number will be announced during the fourth quarter, but the winning ticketholder does not need to be present to claim the prize. The total jackpot at the last game of 2019 was $58,308 – let's get this game's jackpot total even higher! Click here for more information and for the 50/50 Raffle rules and regulations.
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Parking Map
For an updated parking map, please click here.
Travel Advisory
NJ Turnpike Interchange 19W
For the 2021 NFL season, Giants fans should be aware of the following regarding NJ Turnpike Interchange 19W (Formerly 18W) behind the American Dream.
- Pre-Game
- Arriving to MetLife Sports Complex from New Jersey Turnpike Southbound, Exit 19W is now EZ-Pass Only.
- Non EZ Pass drivers should know to utilize Exit 16W to avoid a violation.
- Post-Game
- Exiting MetLife Sports Complex to reach 95 North/New Jersey Turnpike North utilizing 19W is EZ Pass Only. Using 19W to enter the NJ Turnpike Southbound is open to both EZ Pass and Cash Users.
- Non-EZ Pass users looking to reach the 95 North/NJ Turnpike North should follow signage to 95 North Cash Users.
Port Authority Bus Terminal
Port Authority Bus Terminal to initiate gate changes effective September 8th to improve efficiency and service reliability. Changes may affect NFL game day travel.
For all weekend NFL games, Gates 410, 411, 412 and 413 at the Port Authority of New York will now be used for the 351 Bus Service.
Please visit www.panynj.gov/PABTgates for details.
NJ TRANSIT
Most of NJ TRANSIT'S rail system connects at the Frank R. Lautenberg train station in Secaucus, N.J., which allows fans from the region to quickly and efficiently reach MetLife Stadium.
The Meadowlands Rail Service delivers guests directly to the front door of MetLife Stadium.
Trains leave from Secaucus Junction and the Hoboken Terminal, both located on the NJ Transit Line.
The travel time between the Secaucus Junction train station and the Sports Complex station is approximately 10 minutes. The round-trip fare from Secaucus to the Sports Complex is $4.50 and $11.00 from New York Penn Station. Rail service commences approximately three and one half (3.5) hours prior to kickoff or an event and ends one (1) hour after the game or event.
MetroNorth Railroad
Riders from New York or Connecticut can take select Metro-North trains from the New Haven line to Grand Central Station, where they can take the Subway to Penn Station. From Penn Station, guests will board NJ Transit Train to the Secaucus Line. Guests should visit MTA Metro-North Railroad's website or call the MNRR Travel Information line at 212-532-4900 for information on schedules and service locations. The Travel Information line is staffed between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, and an automated system is available during other times.
PARKING & TAILGATING
For Giants games, a prepaid parking pass is required.
Parking lots open 5 hours prior to the scheduled event time.
Tailgating is permitted in all MetLife Sports Complex parking lots, unless otherwise designated.
ONE CAR = ONE SPACE: Please be considerate of your fellow guests. Tailgating should be limited to the lined parking space and the area directly behind or in front of each vehicle. Blocking drive lanes is prohibited. Tailgating is also permitted on the medians that separate the parking lots from the roadways.
Guests may purchase a pre-paid permit via the Ticketmaster NFL Ticket Exchange
Parking passes that are transferred or purchase MUST BE PRINTED.
The "GOLD" permit will get a guest into any "Gold" Lots (Lots B, D, J, K, L, M, P, Deck A and all lots near American Dream)
The "PLATINUM" permit will get a guest into any "Platinum" Lot (Lots E, F or G)
Please note, the numbers on the permits are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee a reserved spot in a specific lot.
OUTSIDE THE GATES
Bud Light Beer Garden
The Bud Light Beer Garden, located outside of the MetLife and Verizon gates, will feature $5 Budweiser draft beers from 1:00 p.m. until kickoff.
Stop & Shop Delivery
Let Stop & Shop provide you with all the food you need for the ultimate tailgate! Place your order here by 11:00pm on Saturday 8/28/21 and Stop & Shop will bring your order to the MetLife Stadium parking lots for pickup.
PLAZA ACTIVITIES
MetLife Gate
The MetLife Gate is a fun-filled fan destination on game day at MetLife Stadium. Fans can participate in the following activities:
- Punt, Pass and Kick Field
- Are you game day ready? Come show us your skills at the MetLife Punt, Pass and Kick Field!
Giants Pregame Radio Show on WFAN
The Giants pregame radio show will air on WFAN 101.9 FM. The show begins at 5:00 p.m. Hosts Lance Medow, John Schmeelk, Paul Dottino and Jeff Feagles get Giants fans ready for all the action with an in-depth preview of the game.
Giants Flagship Store Presented by Visa
Stop by the Giants Flagship Store presented by VISA for all the latest fan gear. You'll be able to find gifts galore, apparel for the whole family, and fun additions for your tailgate party.
Giants Legacy Club Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Make sure you take time to visit the New York Giants Legacy Club Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health. This team museum is located on the 100 Level Concourse nearest Section 144, just above the MetLife Gate. The Legacy Club is open to all fans, beginning when the stadium gates open through halftime of each Giants home game. Fans can relive the most memorable moments and view artifacts from throughout the team's history. Busts of the team's most celebrated players and personalities are displayed, along with each of the team's Super Bowl trophies and rings. It's a must-see exhibit for fans of all ages!
IN-GAME ENTERTAINMENT
National Anthem
On Sunday, Luke Islam will perform the national anthem.
Color Guard
The East Rutherford Police Honor Guard will present the colors prior to Sunday's game.
IMPORTANT GAMEDAY UPDATES AND INFORAMTION
MOBILE TICKETING AND SEATING
MetLife Stadium has returned to 100% capacity in the seating bowl, suites, and clubs for all events. Seat locations have not been affected for Giants ticket members and suite holders.
Digital tickets are the safest way for guests to receive and manage tickets as they eliminate touchpoints. To facilitate contactless entry, all tickets for MetLife Stadium events will be delivered digitally and scanned from guests' smartphones at the gates. For more information on mobile ticketing, visit giants.com/mobiletickets.
Before arriving at MetLife Stadium, download the Giants app and be sure your phone is fully charged. Upon arrival, connect to the complimentary WiFi network and have your ticket displayed on your mobile device.
Guests can display more than one ticket on the same smartphone.
Digital tickets are protected by Ticketmaster's SafeTix™ technology that continually generates a new and unique barcode that automatically refreshes every few seconds so the barcode cannot be stolen or copied. As a result, camera screenshots or paper printouts will not work. If you place your digital ticket in your mobile wallet, no barcode will be visible – however, the scanners will detect it.
Text Messaging for Assistance
Guests who wish to report issues or concerns, ask for information or call for assistance in a fast, easy and convenient way can do so by texting our GuestASSIST text message service. Guests should address the text message to 78247, type the word MLS followed by a space, the request issue and location. Stadium personnel will respond quickly and accordingly.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
To continue to provide a safe experience, guests may carry one bag that is clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and no larger than 12"x12"x6", or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
A small purse or wallet no larger than 4.5"x6.5" with or without a handle or strap, is permitted in addition to the clear plastic bag.
Bags that do not meet these specifications can be checked-in at our bag check trailers (located outside each open gate).
For a complete list of permitted and prohibited items, see our 'Carry-In Policy'.
The Giants Women's Club
The Giants Women's Club, which launched in 2014, has over 14,000 members from around the world and continues to grow. Over the past seven years, we've hosted a wide range of events from Training Camp visits, to Chalk Talks and group workouts so that our members can get to know each other – and we've had a blast! We're looking forward to getting back to football and keeping our members active and involved with the team. If you're over the age of 18 and want join The Giants Women's Club, you can sign up at no cost at www.GiantsWomensClub.com. You can also follow us on Twitter @NYGWomensClub and like us on Facebook at New York Giants Women's Club. We thank you for helping to grow The Giants Women's Club with the greatest fans in the NFL.
LEAVING THE GAME
Giants PostGame Live Broadcast presented by Mercedes-Benz from the MetLife Gate
Check out Giants PostGame Live presented by Mercedes-Benz, featuring Bob Papa, Amani Toomer and David Diehl on the MetLife Plaza stage immediately following the conclusion of the game.
Rideshare
A designated Rideshare Zone is located in Lot E off of West Peripheral Road, right outside of the Verizon Gate. When you request a ride from a rideshare service such as Lyft or Uber at MetLife Stadium, your pickup location will default to a pin in the pickup zone. Once you place your request, head to the Rideshare Zone in Lot E and look out for a call or text from your driver to let you know which row they are parked in.
