EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Patrick Graham will be the first to concede the Giants' defense hasn't played as well as expected this season after an outstanding 2020.
He will also be the first to take responsibility for that.
"It starts with me," Graham, the team's defensive coordinator, said Thursday in his final weekly meeting of the season with reporters. "I don't think I did a good enough job. Obviously, when you don't get the wins that you wanted, you've got to do a better job. It starts with me. I've got a lot of stuff to reflect on this offseason to try to get it right – not to try, to get it right. I've got a list of stuff over by my desk on my righthand side of stuff I've got to get fixed. Behind my back, we use dry erase boards that slide, so that backboard has a lot of the stuff that I'm getting on myself about. It starts there."
Safety Logan Ryan said Graham shouldn't assume the burden for the defensive shortcomings.
"I think the players need to execute the plays that are being called," Ryan said. "Just because something doesn't go right on a play doesn't mean its Patrick Graham's fault. Sometimes it's the players fault and it means that you shoulder that part of the game because we're playing the game and he allows some of us to be free as well and use some of our expertise and some of our knowledge and skillset and let those guys play free. That's what Pat allows us to do. So, it's our job to make those plays when we are and when we don't, you just chalk it up to a good play on offense and you keep going.
The Giants are 4-12 as they prepare to host the 6-10 Washington Football Team in the season finale Sunday in MetLife Stadium.
When the season began, the defense was widely considered the strength of a team that could possibly contend for the playoffs. But the unit hasn't stifled opposing offenses as it did in Joe Judge's and Graham's first season (all numbers through 16 games):
| 2020 NFL Rank/Stat | 2021 NFL Rank/Stat | |
|---|---|---|
| Scoring | 9/22.3 | 23/24.6 |
| Total YPG | 12/349.3 | 20/356.7 |
| Rush YPG | 10/111.4 | 23/122.9 |
| Pass YPG | 16t/237.9 | 17/233.8 |
| Sacks | 12t/40 | 25t/31 |
The Giants have lost some standout defensive players to injuries, most notably captains Blake Martinez and Jabrill Peppers. Other starters like Logan Ryan and Lorenzo Carter have also missed time.
Graham isn't looking for excuses, but a reason why the season played out as it did and solutions to ensure it doesn't happen again. That process will begin early next week, where there are no more games to play.
"You look at the statistical stuff and the analytics stuff, maybe in terms of the calls and everything and what should work out here," Graham said. "The one thing I love about the offseason, especially when it starts next week, I love watching the playoff games. Unfortunately, for the last five years I haven't been in a playoff game, so that's not fun. But I get to watch the playoff games because a lot of situational football comes up, a lot of schemes that maybe you haven't seen, but the crossover tape will come up.
"You talk to any coaches, tough to watch those games and not work, so you're working and trying to pick their brains. From there, I'll probably figure out what team I want to study, what coordinator's system I want to study. Got a lot to do a lot of studying this offseason, got to get it right, got to work on the slow start stuff like that, the two-minute obviously. Just a lot of stuff to work on, a lot of stuff to work on."
Ryan believes better times are ahead for Graham and the defense.
"I just think Pat's again consistent in his approach and I've known Pat for a lot of years," Ryan said. "He's a very good coach and he's a player's coach who believes in his guys and puts his guys in a position to make the plays and whether we make them or not, that comes down to the players at the end of the day. It's a good mix between the player and the coach. It's a good relationship that we have with Pat, and we'll continue to grow under him and continue to improve as a defense."
*When will Judge turn his attention to offseason tasks?
"First thing Monday morning," he said. "It never really stops, so as soon as this game is done. Obviously, we'll talk with the players. Then, we'll start the preparing immediately for next year."
*Graham is highly regarded around the NFL and could receive interest as a head coaching candidate. Last year, he declined an invitation to meet with the Jets when they had an opening. This year, he will perhaps be more receptive to an overture.
"It's so hard, those jobs," said Graham, who turns 43 on Jan. 24. "The idea is to one day be a head coach. A lot of us that get in this business want to do that. Again, I can't really speak on it right now because whatever the situation is, if someone wants to talk to me, they want to talk to me. I'm sure I'll consider it, but right now my focus is so much on Washington, trying to figure out a way to win this game, get the guys in the right spot. I would be flattered to have an opportunity, but we'll see what comes of it later on."
Second-year safety Xavier McKinney, who leads the team with five interceptions, said he believes Graham will be a head coach. He'd prefer it not be in 2022.
"I'm hopeful that he comes back," McKinney said. "Obviously, this is my second year having him as the DC and I like what he's building with us as a defensive unit. I like what he preaches and like I said, I hope he comes back, we want him to come back so we can keep building. Obviously, the year didn't go how we wanted it to go this year or last year, but I think small steps and it takes time, but I think we'll get there to that dominant defense that we want to have."
*Center Billy Price, who missed the Bears game for personal reasons, has returned to the team.
"The anticipation is he will play, yes," Judge said.
*One of the key plays in the Giants' 29-3 loss in Chicago last Sunday was a kickoff that was misplayed by Giants return specialist Pharoh Cooper, who thought the ball would bounce into the end zone. It did not and the Giants took possession at their five-yard line. The Bears took advantage of the miscue by scoring on a safety and a field goal in the final 52 seconds of the first half to extend their lead to 22-3.
"Simple mistake," special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey said. "It was an honest mistake by Coop and it's unfortunate. It's unfortunate it happened. He knows it was a mistake. That's football. I can promise you this, you wouldn't have a better guy as far as just work ethic, doing the right things, being in meetings. He just made an honest mistake. The wind was tricky, and it was typical Chicago in January – really, really cold, really, really windy – hence, 'the Windy City.' But he made an honest mistake.
"The wind took it. The exact instructions – put your heels on the three-yard line. Unfortunately, it happened. Again, you live and you learn and onto the next play."
Asked who will return kickoffs against Washington, McGaughey said, "That's a good question. We'll see."
*A scoring change by the Elias Sports Bureau has added four yards to the Giants net passing and total yardage figures from their game Sunday in Chicago.
On the game's first play, Mike Glennon fumbled as he was sacked by Trevis Gipson. Because the play began the at the 25-yard line and the ball was recovered at the 14, the Giants were originally docked 11 net passing yards. But after reviewing the play, Elias determined that after Glennon lost the ball it started going forward, bounced off a Bears player's helmet and then went backward. Instead of the sack yardage going to the point of recovery (minus-11), it only goes to the spot at where the impetus changed (minus-7).
The Giants' net passing yards in the game increased from minus-10 to minus-6. Instead of having the fewest net passing yards since the San Diego Chargers' minus-19 vs. Kansas City on Sept. 20, 1998, the Giants had the fewest since Tennessee's minus-7 on Oct. 18, 2009 in a 59-0 loss to New England.
In addition, the Giants finished with 155 net yards, the lowest total in the two-year Joe Judge era. The previous low was 159 vs. Arizona on Dec. 13, 2020.
*Wide receiver Kadarius Toney (shoulder) and Carter (illness) were added to the list of players who did not practice. They were joined by defensive lineman Austin Johnson (foot), who has started all 16 games this season, wide receiver John Ross (knee), fullback Cullen Gillaspia (knee) and quarterback Mike Glennon (left wrist), who, Judge already will not play against Washington.
Wide receiver Collin Johnson (hamstring) and defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence (COVID ramp up) were both limited after not practicing yesterday. Also limited were running back Saquon Barkley (ankle), guard Will Hernandez (ankle), tight end Kyle Rudolph (ankle), wide receiver Darius Slayton (shoulder/COVID ramp up) and defensive lineman Danny Shelton and tackle Korey Cunningham (both COVID ramp up).
*Practice squad defensive back Dwayne Johnson was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list. Wide receiver Dante Pettis was removed from the list, though he remains on injured reserve.
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Harry Carson of the New York Giants, left, runs with a fourth quarter intercept on of a Washington Redskins pass at Giants Stadium, Oct. 22, 1978 in East Rutherford, as Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann tries to make a tackle. The interception sealed the Giants' 17-6 upset win over the Redskins. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Washington Redskins running back Cliff Battles (20) against the New York Giants on Dec. 5, 1937 at the Polo Grounds. (AP Photo)
New York Giants fullback John Karcis plunges to score from the one foot line against the Washington Redskins at the Polo Grounds in New York City, Dec. 4, 1938. A crowd of 57,461 saw the Giants win, 36-0, to take the Eastern Division title. (AP Photo)
Ken Strong (30), kicking the 2nd of 3 field goals which scored for the New York Giants in their game against the Washington Redskins at the Polo Grounds in New York City, Dec. 3, 1939. The Giants Won 9-7. The ball is in the air just above Frank Filchock (30) of Redskins. The victory gave the Giants the Eastern Division Championship of the National Football League for the 2nd consecutive year. Redskins shown are Jim Barber (15) and Steve Slivinski (16). Giants are Tuffy Leemans (4), John "Bull" Karcis (11); Ed Widseth (50) and Nello "Flash" Falaschi (28). (AP Photo)
New York Giants end Bob Schnelker, (85), catches a pass in the end zone for a touchdown despite close guarding by Washington Redskins' safety man George Rosso, (20) in second quarter of game Oct. 24, 1954 at the Polo Grounds in New York City. Giant quarterback Charley Conerly fired the scoring pass from four-yard line. Giants won 24-7. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
In this pile is John Karcis, Giant back, hugging the leather while an official flings up his arms to signal the Giants' first touchdown against the Washington Redskins at New York on Dec. 4, 1938. Giants went on to pile up a 36-0 score. (AP Photo)
End Charley Taylor, 42, of the Washington Redskins leaps in vain for pass from quarterback Sonny Jurgensen which goes out of reach in first quarter against New York Giants at Yankee Stadium on Sept. 29, 1968 in New York. Giants' defensive back Scott Eaton, 20, matches leaps with Taylor in a try to deflect the ball. (AP Photo)
Fullback Chuck Mercein of the New York Giants, 29, carries ball through what seems to be a wide opening in third quarter at New York's Yankee Stadium on Oct. 16, 1966. This play ended in no gain as Gregg Larson, 53, goes down and Washington Redskins back Sam Huff, 70, moves in to make the tackle. Other identifiable Redskin is end Carl Kammerer, 66. Giants took the game, 13-10. (AP Photo)
Charley Taylor of the Washington Redskins, takes to the air as he is hit by Clarence Childs of the New York Giants, in the second quarter of game on Oct. 2, 1967 in Washington. Taylor was stopped after catching a pass from quarterback Sonny Jurgensen and chalking up a five-yard gain. Other Giant players are: Ken Avery, 54, and Vince Costello, 57. Washington won 38-34. (AP Photo)
New York Giants Larry Czonka carried the ball Sept.12,1976 in game against the Redskins in Washington. The game marked Czonka"s return to the NFL where he played for the Miami Dolphins before a stint with the short- lived World Football League. (AP Photo/Charles Tasnadi)
Washington Redskins running back Charley Harraway (31) is held to a no gain by New York Giants Jim Files (58) during the first quarter at Yankee Stadium, Nov. 15, 1970, New York. Giants won, 35-33. The rest of the players are unidentified. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
New York Giants middle line backer Jim Files intercepts pass from Washington Redskins quarterback Sonny Jorgensen intended for Redskins tight end Jerry Smith (87) at the Giants goal line during first quarter of game at New York's Yankee Stadium on Nov. 15, 1970. Files ran the ball back to the Redskin's 8 yard line. Giants won, 35-33. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
New York Giant tacklers converge on Redskins; Larry Brown after he picked up a good gain during game on Sunday, Dec. 5, 1971 in Washington. Giant tacklers are Ron Hornsby (67) and Scott Eaton (20). Brown gained 129 yards to help Washington defeat the Giants 23-7. (AP Photo/HWG)
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Washington Redskins Joe Theismann looks downfield for a receiver as he is being pulled down from behind the New York Giants' Lawrence Taylor during the first quarter of their game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Nov. 13, 1983. Theismann was penalized for grounding the ball on the play. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants Joe Morris breaks past Washington Redskins Alvin Walton into the end zone for an one yard touchdown run in the NFC Championship game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, Jan. 11, 1987. (AP Photo/Rusty Kennedy)
Washington Redskins quarterback Jay Schroeder (10) is grabbed by New York Giants Lawrence Taylor (56) as defensive end Leonard Marshall (70) moves in for the sack during fourth quarter action at RFK Stadium in Washington, Dec. 8, 1986. Redskins guard Raleigh McKenzie, right, can't prevent the sack. New York beat Washington 24-14 to take the lead in the NFC East. (AP Photo/Ron Edmonds)
Washington Redskins running back George Rogers (38) is brought down by New York Giants linebacker Carl Banks (58) and defensive end George Martin (75) after a yardage gain in the first quarter action at RFK Stadium in Washington, Dec. 7, 1986. The Giants and Redskins are battling out for the lead in the NFC East. (AP Photo/Ron Edmonds)
New York Giants' Lawrence Taylor, right, causes Washington Redskins' quarterback Mark Rypien to fumble the ball during first quarter action at RFK Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 2, 1988 in Washington. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
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New York Giants' Phillippi Sparkes holds his second interception of the night with teammates Tito Wooten (29) and Corey Widmer (90) during overtime aginst the Washington Redskins at Jack Kent Cooke Stadium in Landover, Md. Sunday Nov. 23, 1997. Sparks had two interceptions off of back-up quarterback Jeff Hostelter during his team's 7-7 tie with the Redskins. (AP/Doug Mills)
New York Giants quarterback Danny Kanell (13) is seen in action during an NFL game against the Washington Redskins, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Allen Kee via AP)
New York Giants running back Rodney Hampton (27) is seen in action during an NFL game against the Washington Redskins, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Allen Kee via AP)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) is seen in action during an NFL game against the Washington Redskins, Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Allen Kee via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Lawrence Taylor (56) rushes the passer against the Washington Redskins at RFK Stadium, Oct. 10, 1993, during an NFL game. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
A pass from Washington Redskins' quarterback Brad Johnson falls incomplete as Redskins Stephen Alexander (90) is taken down by New York Giants' Ryan Phillips (91) in the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 19, 1999, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Giants Sam Garnes (20) tumbles over them. The Giants lost their home opener 50-21. (AP Photo/Ron Frehm)
New York Giants quarterback Kerry Collins (5) searches for a reciever downfield as he is pursued by Washington Redskins' Daryl Gardener (92) during the second quarter Sunday, Nov. 17, 2002, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Collins threw for 211 yards in the Giants 19-17 victory over the Redskins. (AP Photo/Tom Sperduto)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) is seen in action during an NFL Game against the Washington Redskins Sept. 24, 2000, in East Rutherford, N. J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants' Matt Bryant (8) kicks the game-winning 29-yard field goal in overtime to beat the Washington Redskins 24-21 Sunday, Sept. 21, 2003, in Landover, Md. The holder is Jeff Feagles. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New York Giants' Amani Toomer, foreground, pulls in a pass over Washington Redskins' Champ Bailey on a 54-yard touchdown pass play Sunday, Sept. 21, 2003, at FedEx Field in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) celebrates after sacking Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell during the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants had five sacks as they beat the Redskins 36-0. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey, left, is tackled by Washington Redskins linebacker Jessie Armstead after gaining seven yards and picking up a first down during the first quarter Sunday, Nov. 17, 2002, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Shockey had 11 catches for 111 yards leading the Giants to a 19-17 win over the Redskins. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants Tiki Barber falls in for a third quarter touchdown after breaking free from the grasp of Washington Redskins Pierson Prioleau, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants shoutout the Redskins, 36-0. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) goes over guard David Diehl (66) as he blocks Washington Redskins linebacker Khary Campbell (50) to score a touchdown during the second quarter Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 36-0.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell hits the turf with New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce in the second quarter of the Giants' 36-0 shutout of Washington, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
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New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn, right, runs past Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell (8) for a touchdown after he intercepted a Brunell pass during the first quarter of a NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005, at FedEx Field in Landover, Md.(AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington Redskins' Mike Rumph tries to take down New York Giants' Amani Toomer (81) after a 44-yard reception during the first quarter of NFL football in East Rutherford, N.J. on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006. (AP Photo/Tim Larsen)
New York Giants' Amani Toomer, center, makes a 22-yard reception between Washington Redskins' Carlos Rogers (22) and Reed Doughty (23) during the third quarter of NFL football in East Rutherford, N.J. on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006. The giants won 19-3.(AP Photo/Tim Larsen)
New York Giants coach Tom Coughlin reacts during the fourth quarter of NFL football against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants beat the Redskins, 19-3. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants running back Tiki Barber, front right, drags Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor into the end zone for a touchdown as Giants lineman Chris Snee, left, celebrates during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor (21) has words with New York Giants offensive linemen, from left, Shaun O'Hara, Grey Ruegamer, Kareem McKenzie and Chris Snee during the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006 in Landover, Md. The Giants won 34-28. (AP Photo/Chris Gardner)
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New York Giants' linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka (97), celebrates sacking Washington Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell, on the ground, during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at the Fedex Field in Landover, Md., Sunday, Sep. 23, 2007. Giants won, 24-17. Others are Gaints' Mitchell Kawika and Osi Umenyiora. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
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New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) leaps towards the end zone for a touchdown as Washington Redskins linebacker Rocky McIntosh (52) defends during the third quarter of an NFL football game in the rain, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, in Landover, Md. The Giants won 23-7. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer (81) is congratulated by fullback Madison Hedgecock, left, and, tight end Kevin Boss, center, after scoring a first-quarter touchdown against the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008. The Giants won 23-7. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis is tackled by New York Giants' Chris Canty (99), as Chase Blackburn (57), Mathias Kiwanuka (94), Rocky Bernard (95) and Kenny Phillips (21) converge during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 23-17. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Lawrence Tynes (9) reacts after hitting a 45-yard field goal as teammates Jeff Feagles (18) and Chris Canty (99) stand nearby during the fourth quarter against the Washington Redskins in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. Tynes had three field goals as the Giants won 23-17. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Washington Redskins safety LaRon Landry (30) attempts to tackle New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) during the first half of an NFL football game between the New York Giants against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Tim Larsen)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) recovers a fumble and returns it for a touchdown against their NFC East rival Washington Redskins during a NFL football game at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday September 13, 2009 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants coach Tom Coughlin, left, greets Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn after the Giants' 45-12 win in an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) scores after catching a pass against the Washington Redskins during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in Landover, Md. The Giants won 45-12. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith carries the ball during the NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning walks off the field after the NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in Landover, Md. The New York Giants won 45 - 12. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Washington Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb (5) fumbles the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football as the New York Giants' Corey Webster (23) recovers and Giants' Dave Tollefson (71) looks on at New Meadowlands Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Redskins lost the game 31-7. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) scores a touchdown in the 1st half against the Washington Redskins in a week 13 NFL football game at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday December 5, 2010 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) stretches the ball over the goal line on a touchdown run during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins at New Meadowlands Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quaterback Eli Manning (10) points out the coverage to his team mates against the Washington Redskins in a week 13 NFL football game at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday December 5, 2010 (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) deflects a pass thrown by Washington Redskins quarterback Rex Grossman (8) during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) is sacked by New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, in Landover, Md. The Giants won 24-17. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) catches a pass as Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Wilson (26) and Madieu Williams pursue him during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won the game 27-23. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
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New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) sacks Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants strong safety Antrel Rolle (26) runs the ball after an interception during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field on Thursday, September 25, 2014 in Landover, Maryland. New York won 45-14. (AP Photo/Aaron M. Sprecher)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks with Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) following a week 3 Thursday Night NFL football game on September 24, 2015 at Met Life Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) heads toward the end zone for a touchdown on a keeper during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants tight end Larry Donnell (84) heads to the turf in the end zone after pulling in a touchdown pass under pressure from Washington Redskins inside linebacker Perry Riley (56) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants outside linebacker Devon Kennard (59) flexes during a week 17 NFL football game against the Washington Redskins on January 1, 2017 in Washington, D.C. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) looks for running room in action against the Washington Redskins on Sunday January 1, 2017 at Fed Ex Field in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP Images)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) pushes Washington Redskins linebacker Preston Smith (94) back during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Nov. 29, 2015. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Washington Redskins defensive back Dashaun Phillips (35) tackles New York Giants' Sterling Shepard (87) as Shepard scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the pass against the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Washington Redskins during a week 17 NFL football game on January 1, 2017 in Washington, D.C. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) looks for running room in action against the Washington Redskins on Sunday January 1, 2017 at Fed Ex Field in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP Images)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) s stopped by Washington Redskins defensive end Trent Murphy (93) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Washington Redskins defensive back Greg Toler (20) wraps up New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Washington Redskins during a week 17 NFL football game on January 1, 2017 in Washington, D.C. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants cornerback Trevin Wade (31) runs into the end zone for a touchdown after picking up a fumble during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. The Giants defeated the Redskins 19-10. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) leaps over offensive guard Marshall Newhouse (73) and through the Washington Redskins defensive line during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) is stopped by Washington Redskins inside linebacker Mason Foster (54) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
The Washington Redskins and New York Giants face off during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Washington Redskins during a NFL football game on Thursday, November 23, 2017 in Landover, MD.(Evan Pinkus via AP)
Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) talks with New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) after an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. The Redskins defeated the Giants 20-10. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass over Washington Redskins' Matthew Ioannidis (98) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Rhett Ellison (85) is tackled by Washington Redskins' Zach Vigil (56) and D.J. Swearinger (36) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) greets New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) after an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) drops back to pass during a NFL football game against the Washington Redskins on Sunday December 31, 2017 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws against the Washington Redskins during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) runs after the catch during a week 8 NFL football game against the Washington Redskins on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. Washington won 20-13. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
The Washington Redskins prepare to snap the ball against the New York Giants during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) in action against the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Redskins won 20-13. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) in action against the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Redskins won 20-13. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in action against the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Redskins won 20-13. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) is hit while throwing by New York Giants linebacker Lorenzo Carter (59) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) catches a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Washington Redskins' Josh Norman, right, tries to stop New York Giants' Wayne Gallman during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game Sunday September 29, 2019 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) itches a pass during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday September 29, 2019 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday September 29, 2019 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday September 29, 2019 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) scrambles away from Washington Redskins defensive tackle Tim Settle (97) and linebacker Ryan Anderson (52) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
The Washington Redskins, left, line up against the New York Giants during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones passes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Sterling Shepard, top, is tackled by Washington Redskins' Fabian Moreau during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, second from left, runs the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Sterling Shepard, right, celebrates after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday December 22nd, 2019 in Landover, Md (Evan Pinkus via AP)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Washington Redskins during an NFL football game Sunday December 22nd, 2019 in Landover, Md (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) drops back to pass during an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday December 22nd, 2019 in Landover, Md (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones looks to pass against the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws a pass against the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) falls into the end zone for a touchdown after making a catch on a pass from quarterback Daniel Jones, not visible, as Washington Redskins strong safety Landon Collins (20) tries to defend during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. Giants' Golden Tate (15) reacts on the play. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) in action during an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) in action during an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Daniel Jones (8)
Dexter Lawrence (97), Blake Martinez (54)
Riley Dixon (9), Graham Gano (5)
Sterling Shepard (87)
Sterling Shepard (87)
Sterling Shepard (87)
Sterling Shepard (87)
New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) during a week 2 Thursday Night football game against the Washington Football Team on Thursday September 16th, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.
A look down the line of scrimmage during a week 2 Thursday Night football game against the Washington Football Team on Thursday September 16th, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.
Darius Slayton (86)
New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) during a week 2 Thursday Night football game against the Washington Football Team on Thursday September 16th, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.
Riley Dixon (9), Graham Gano (5)
79 Korey Cunningham
79 Korey Cunningham
79 Korey Cunningham
79 Korey Cunningham
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) signals first down during a week 18 football game against the Washington Football Team on Sunday January 9th, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
Azeez Ojulari (51)
Azeez Ojulari (51)
Azeez Ojulari (51) Jason Pinnock (27)
New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
Daniel Jones (8)
Azeez Ojulari (51)
New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
New York Giants tight end Daniel Bellinger (82) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 4, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 18, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (18) during a NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday December 18, 2022 in East Rutherford, NJ (Evan Pinkus\New York Giants )
Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
Dexter Lawrence (97)
Dexter Lawrence (97)
Dexter Lawrence (97)
Daniel Jones (8)
Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
Azeez Ojulari (51)
Daniel Jones (8)
Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
Darius Slayton (86)
Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
WR Darius Slayton (86)
CB Deonte Banks (25)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches Sr (93)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
CB Deonte Banks (25)
S Dane Belton (24)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
ILB Micah McFadden (41)
New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) during a week 7 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86)
New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (25) intercepts a pass during a week 7 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) during a week 7 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants linebacker Micah McFadden (41) during a week 7 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
NT Dexter Lawrence II (97)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
WR Darius Slayton (86)
WR Darius Slayton (86)
TE Daniel Bellinger (82)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during a week 11 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5), NT Dexter Lawrence II (97)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
New York Giants safety Isaiah Simmons (19) returns a pick 6 during a week 11 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) during a week 11 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) during a week 11 NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
S Dane Belton (24)
C John Michael Schmitz Jr. (61), T Andrew Thomas (78), RB Devin Singletary (26), WR Darius Slayton (86)
OLB Azeez Ojulari (51)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
CB Deonte Banks (3), ILB Micah McFadden (41)
CB Dru Phillips (22)
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