GLENNON TO GET SECOND START
Mike Glennon got his first start as a member of the Giants last week. The veteran completed 23 of 44 passes for 187 yards and one interception, but the offense was held out of the end zone by a surging Dolphins defense. Glennon suffered a concussion in last week's game and had been going through the five stages of the league's concussion protocol throughout the week. The 31-year-old practiced fully on Friday and was then cleared from concussion protocol later in the day. Daniel Jones was ruled out Friday with a neck injury.
"Everything's on track," Judge said before Friday's practice on Glennon's chances of starting this week. "He's obviously going to do a final clearance today with the doctor. He'll practice with us today. We'll have to simulate some contact for him today off on the side and then he'll talk to the doctor and we'll see where it goes from there…"
"I liked some of the things Mike did last week. There were a lot of things he did within the game that are encouraging. There are some things we have to coach and correct off of, make sure we don't repeat certain mistakes, but Mike prepares very well. He's got experience in this league, so we have faith in him."
The Chargers have struggled to keep opponents out of the end zone this season. Heading into Week 14, Los Angeles ranks 27th in the league in points allowed, with most of the damage coming over their last eight games. During that stretch, the defense is allowing an average of just over 30 points per game. The unit does tighten up in the passing game though, as their 209.5 passing yards and 17 passing touchdowns allowed rank within the top seven, respectively.
ALL-TIME SERIES
Sunday's game will be the 13th meeting between the two franchises, with the first one coming in 1971. The Giants defeated the San Diego Chargers, 35-17, in that first matchup. However, the Chargers have won each of the last four battles. This weekend's game will be the first time the Giants travel to Los Angeles to take on the Chargers, but their second game in L.A. in as many years. Big Blue played the Rams at SoFi Stadium last season.
INJURY REPORT
Giants
Out: CB Adoree' Jackson (Quad), QB Daniel Jones (Neck), WR Kadarius Toney (Oblique)
Questionable: QB Mike Glennon (Concussion), WR Kenny Golladay (Rib), DL Danny Shelton (Calf), WR Sterling Shepard (Quad)
Chargers
Out: OLB Kyler Fackrell (Knee), S Alohi Gilman (Quad), CB Asante Samuel Jr. (Concussion)
Questionable: DL Justin Jones (Ankle)
PROTECTING THE QB
The Dolphins sacked Glennon three times last week, marking the sixth time in the last seven games the Giants have allowed multiple sacks. Miami was able to generate pressure throughout the game, racking up 16 quarterback pressures and eight quarterback hits, according to Next Gen Stats. Despite the heat, Giants tackles Andrew Thomas and Nate Solder earned solid grades from Pro Football Focus. Andrew Thomas earned the highest overall grade (72.1, 85.3 pass block) and Solder came in at 72.5 for his pass protection.
Leading the way for the Chargers defense is edge rusher Joey Bosa. The former third overall pick and three-time Pro Bowler has a team-high 7.5 sacks and 15 quarterback, while his 88.9 pass rush grade from PFF is tied for the seventh-highest among NFL edge rushers. Los Angeles sacked Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow six times last week, including two from linebacker Uchenna Nwosu. The linebacker brought his sack total up to four for the year, the second-most on the team.
RETURN OF SOME PLAYMAKERS?
The Giants have dealt with injuries to their offensive playmakers all season, but heading into Week 14, the group seems to be trending in the right direction. After missing last week's game in Miami, both Sterling Shepard and Kadarius Toney returned to practice this week, albeit in a limited fashion. Kenny Golladay was forced to exit last week's matchup early, but he too returned to practice this week. While Toney was ruled out on Friday, Shepard and Golladay were both listed as questionable and have a good chance to suit up on Sunday.
In their win over the Bengals in Week 13, the Chargers allowed wide receivers Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd and Ja'Marr Chase to combine for 19 receptions for 275 yards (Burrow threw for 300) and a touchdown.
YOUNG LINEBACKERS STEPPING UP
The Giants recorded two sacks of Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Week 13, both of which were registered by rookie linebackers.
Quincy Roche's effort earned him a strong 75.8 overall grade from PFF, aided by a 78.9 run defense grade and 71.2 pass rush grade. His 74.5 run defense grade on the season is the second-highest among all rookie edge defenders.
In the third quarter at Miami, Azeez Ojulari set an official franchise rookie record with a sack that gave him 6.5 on the season. Ojulari ranked second on the team with his elite 82.5 overall grade against the Dolphins.
SAQUON BREAKOUT GAME?
It's been tough sledding for Saquon Barkley since returning from a high-ankle sprain that cost him four games earlier this season. In the three games since returning, the fourth-year running back has rushed for just 120 yards on 30 carries, good for an average of 4.0 yards per carry. He has also caught 16 passes for 63 yards.
The Chargers rank towards the bottom of the league in almost all of the big rushing categories. Their 141.2 rushing yards allowed per game is the second-most in the NFL, while their 17 rushing scores surrendered is the third-most. Los Angeles is also giving up 4.6 yards per carry to opponents, which ranks 28th. They have allowed 125+ rushing yards in eight of their 12 games this season.
DON'T LET HERBERT GET ROLLING
Justin Herbert ranks fourth in the league with 295.6 passing yards per game, third with 27 passing touchdowns, first with a QBR of 67.30 and tied for first with five game-winning drives. And he is only in his second NFL season.
"This is a very explosive team," Judge said about the Chargers. "It's a team with some explosive weapons on offense. They've got a very, very talented young quarterback who can make a lot of plays, extend plays. Very accurate passer. He really fuels the entire offense."
"He's a great quarterback, a great, young, strong quarterback," Leonard Williams added. "We're going to have to try to make them uncomfortable."
The Giants struggled to limit Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Week 13. Tagovailoa completed 73.2 percent of his passes for 244 yards, two touchdowns and zero interceptions. It was the first game this season in which the Big Blue defense failed to force a turnover.
CONTAINING EKELER IN RUN & PASS GAME
Austin Ekeler is the ultimate offensive weapon in the Chargers' offense. Going into Week 14, Ekeler has rushed for 663 yards and eight touchdowns on 149 carries (4.4 avg.). In addition to his rushing ability, Ekeler has racked up 56 receptions. two shy of Tampa Bay's Leonard Fournette for the most among NFL running backs, while his 518 receiving yards matches Atlanta's Cordarrelle Patterson for the most among backs. Meanwhile, Ekeler's seven receiving touchdowns leads all running backs and his 15 total touchdowns rank second in the NFL to Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor (18).
"We talk about how (Chargers Offensive Coordinator Joe) Lombardi is really structuring the offense. There are similarities to that New Orleans background he has in terms of how he's using a lot of the players," said Judge. "You talk about (Chargers Running Back Austin) Ekeler – there are similarities to either the (Darren) Sproles, (Saints Running Back Mark) Ingram or (Saints Running Back Alvin) Kamara type comparison, but he's really doing a good job getting this guy in space, getting him on linebackers, creating catch-and-run opportunities. He's one of the most dependable players in the league right now in terms of consistently producing yards and moving the sticks."
After surrendering over 200 yards on the ground to the Eagles in Week 12, the Giants' defense got back on track in the run game during last week's loss to Miami. The Dolphins gained just 68 yards on 25 attempts for an average of 2.7 yards per carry.
SITUATIONAL FOOTBALL
Herbert and Ekeler are two of the biggest reasons why the Chargers offense has had so much success this season. The unit ranks ninth in points scored and seventh in yards gained, and the numbers get even more impressive when you look at their situational football. The Chargers are converting on third downs at a rate of 44.4 percent (fifth in the NFL) and 61.9 percent on fourth down (sixth). In the red zone, Herbert is leading the Chargers to touchdowns at a rate of 64.0 percent (eighth).
On the defensive side of the ball, the Chargers have been a little more inconsistent. They rank 31st in the NFL in third-down defense, allowing opponents to gain a first down on 44.4 percent of attempts. But the unit seems to clamp down on fourth down, as their 61.9 percent fourth-down defense is the second-best in the league. In the red zone, the Chargers are allowing touchdowns on 65.2 percent of penetrations inside their 20 (24th).
View rare photos of the all-time series between the New York Giants and Los Angeles Chargers ahead of their Week 14 matchup.
San Diego Chargers Jim Tolbert (43) tries to take the ball from New York Giants Coleman Zeno (88) after Zeno tock a pass from quarterback Fran Tarkenton during the first half at New York's Yankee Stadium on Nov. 7, 1971. (AP Photo)
San Diego Charges player Bryant Salter is thrown sprawling by New York Giants Joe Green (33), left, and Joe Morrison (40), right, as he returns kickoff to the San Diego 21-yard line early in the fourth quarter on Nov. 8, 1971 in New York. The Giants won game, 35-17. (AP Photo)
Quarterback Dan Fouts of the San Diego Chargers is picked up and plopped down by Dee Hardison of the New York Giants for a sack in the first quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Oct. 3, 1983. Fouts was 15 for 28 for 215 yards and two touchdowns, but was twice hurt in the shoulder area and did not play the full game. The Chargers won 41-34. (AP Photo/Ray Stubblebine)
Kellen Winslow of the San Diego Chargers tries to breakaway from the New York Giants Beasley Reese for the distant goal after catching a Dan Fouts pass in the second quarter on Sunday, Oct. 3, 1983 at Giants Stadium. The play went for 16 yards and a touch down with 49 seconds left in the half. Charges won 41-34. (AP Photo/Bill Nostroun)
New York Giants running back Joe Morris (20) runs the ball during the NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers on September 14, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 20-7. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
San Diego Chargers guard Sam Claphan (77) blocks New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor (56) during the NFL football game against the New York Giants on Sept. 14, 1986 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won the game 20-7. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
Defensive end Michael Strahan (92) of the New York Giants sets on defense against the San Diego Chargers. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
New York Giants running back Joe Morris (20) runs the ball during the NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers on September 9, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 20-7. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown (17) is flushed from the pocket by defensive pressure during the NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers on Dec. 23, 1995 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won the game 27-17. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown (17) gets pressured by a defender during the 1995 NFL regular season football game against the San Diego Chargers on Dec. 23, 1995 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won the game 27-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants Michael Strahan does his imitation of San Diego Chargers' Junior Seau as he taunts the Chargers' bench after sacking San Diego quarterback Ryan Leaf in the second quarter of the Giants' 34-16 victory Sunday, Sept. 27, 1998 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)
New York Giants' Jeremy Shockey makes a 30 yard reception while being hit by San Diego Chargers' Bhawoh Jue, left, and Terrence Kiel during the second quarter Sunday Sept. 25, 2005 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Jack Smith)
SAN DIEGO - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (#10) tries to shout out play calls over the hostile crowd against San Diego Chargers on Sunday, September 25, 2005 in San Diego, California. San Diego won the game 45-23. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Mannning congratulates San Diego Chargers quarterback Drew Brees after the Chargers 45-23 victory Sunday Sept. 25, 2005 in San Diego. Giants coach Ton Coughlin, right, reaches to congratulate Chargers coach Marty Schottenheimer. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
New York Giants receiver Tim Carter hangs onto the ball as San Diego Chargers' Quentin Jammer rides his back during a 44 yard pass recption in the second quarter Sunday Sept. 25, 2005 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Jack Smith)
SAN DIEGO - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (#21) glides through the defensive line for a gain against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, September 25, 2005 in San Diego, California. San Diego won the game 45-23. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
SAN DIEGO - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (#10) scrambles out of the pocket while being sacked by the San Diego Chargers during their game on Sunday, September 25, 2005 in San Diego, California. San Diego won the game 45-23. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
SAN DIEGO - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Giants wide receiver Tim Carter (#84) pulls in a catch while San Diego Chargers corner back Quentin Jammer (#23) tries to break up the pass during Sunday night's game on Sunday, September 25, 2005 in San Diego, California. San Diego won the game 45-23. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
New York Giants Plaxico Burress pulls in a five yard touchdown pass over San Diego Chargers Quentin Jammer in the second quarter Sunday Sept. 25, 2005 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Jack Smith)
SAN DIEGO - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Giants wide receiver Tim Carter (#84) pulls in a catch while San Diego Chargers corner back Quentin Jammer (#23) tries to break up the pass during Sunday night's game on Sunday, September 25, 2005 in San Diego, California. San Diego won the game 45-23. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas (24) moves through the San Diego Chargers defense during the NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers #17 in action against the New York Giants during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) runs away from San Diego Chargers safety Kevin Ellison (25) of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) is tackled by San Diego Chargers' Steve Gregory (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants Brandon Jacobs #27 in action against the San Diego Chargers during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants FB Madison Hedgecock (39) is tackled during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks to pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) makes a catch against the San Diego Chargers during a NFL football game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday November 8, 2009 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) yells during the NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88), left, is takled by San Diego Chargers cornerback Antoine Cason (20) during the NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) makes a catch against the San Diego Chargers during a NFL football game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday November 8, 2009 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
San Diego Chargers quaterback Philip Rivers gets hit by Antonio Pierce (58) and Osi Umenyiora (72) of the New York Giants during a NFL football game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday November 8, 2009 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) scrambles during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, left, shakes hands with New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning after an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won the game 21-20. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants cornerback Bruce Johnson, left, breaks up a pass intended for San Diego Chargers wide receiver Malcom Floyd (80) in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won 21-20. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) leaps over San Diego Chargers cornerback Quentin Jammer (23) in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won 21-20. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, left, shakes hands with New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning after an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers won the game 21-20. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates (85) is tackled by New York Giants safety Michael Johnson during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
San Diego Chargers wide receiver Malcom Floyd (80) is tackled by New York Giants linebacker Michael Boley (52) and teammate Terrell Thomas (24) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs is tackled by San Diego Chargers' Kevin Ellison (25) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) is tackled by San Diego Chargers' Paul Oliver (27) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks to hand off the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) evades the grasp of San Diego Chargers defensive end Jacques Cesaire (74) while scrambling back to the line of scrimmage in the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
quarterback Eli Manning (10) prepares to snap the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks over the defense during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) pulls in a 51-yard reception as San Diego Chargers strong safety Marcus Gilchrist pursues during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) battles at the line of scrimmage during a NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, December 8, 2013 in San Diego. The Chargers won the game 37-14. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz avoids San Diego Chargers cornerback Richard Marshall, right, as he runs with a reception during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants running back Peyton Hillis carries the ball into the end zone while San Diego Chargers linebacker Manti Te'o attempts to take the ball away on a 1-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
New York Giants running back Andre Brown runs through a hole in the San Diego Chargers defense during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks to San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) after a week 14 football game against the San Diego Chargers on December 8, 2013 in San Diego, California (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz avoids San Diego Chargers cornerback Richard Marshall as he runs with a reception during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz avoids San Diego Chargers cornerback Richard Marshall as he runs with a reception during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the San Diego Chargers take on the New York Giants during a week 14 football game on December 8, 2013 in San Diego, California (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks gives the first down signal after his 51 yard reception against the San Diego Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks pulls in a 51 yard reception as San Diego Chargers strong safety Marcus Gilchrist gives chase during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) makes a catch during a week 14 football game against the San Diego Chargers on December 8, 2013 in San Diego, California (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants running back Peyton Hillis points after his 1-yard touchdown run against the San Diego Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
San Diego Chargers running back Danny Woodhead (39) fights for a pass with New York Giants cornerback Jayron Hosley (28) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (93) beats a block during an NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on December 8, 2013. The Chargers defeated the Giants 37-14. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) battles at the line of scrimmage during a NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, December 8, 2013 in San Diego. The Chargers won the game 37-14. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
New York Giants tight end Brandon Myers pulls in a 5-yard touchdown pass against the San Diego Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) talks to San Diego Chargers linebacker Manti Teo after a week 14 football game against the San Diego Chargers on December 8, 2013 in San Diego, California (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs upfield with a reception during an NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on December 8, 2013. The Chargers defeated the Giants 37-14. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning stands behind a protective wall of blockers while throwing a pass during the first half of a NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)
New York Giants wide receiver Roger Lewis (18) makes a touchdown catch on a pass from quarterback Eli Manning not pictured, as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) defends on the play during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants long snapper Zak DeOssie (51) during a NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday October 8, 2017 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) picks up yardage as he is pursued by Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Corey Liuget (94) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) attempts to get by Los Angeles Chargers free safety Tre Boston (33) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) runs with the ball against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) rushes in a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Roger Lewis (18) makes a touchdown catch on a pass form quarterback Eli Manning, not pictured, as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) defends on the play during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) attempts to avoid a tackle by Los Angeles Chargers free safety Tre Boston (33) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
The Los Angeles Chargers offense lines up against the New York Giants for a field goal during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks to pass against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) carries the ball in an NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017 in East Rutherford, NJ. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) runs with the ball as Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Charmeachealle Moore makes the hit during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants' Dwayne Harris runs with the ball as Los Angeles Chargers' Tre Boston (33) tries to make the hit during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
