The Giants.com crew is presented with four statements and must decide whether they are Fact or Fiction.
Generating explosive plays is the top priority for the Giants' offense on Monday night.
John Schmeelk: Fact – Explosive plays lead to touchdowns, and touchdowns win football games. The Giants have not had one play over 15 yards the past two weeks and have managed just 10 points in eight quarters of football. The Steelers' defense is excellent down to down, especially against the run. It will be very difficult to sustain long, multi-play drives down the field given their 3.59 yards allowed per rush and a four-man pass rush featuring elite players like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and solid contributors like Keeanu Benton, Larry Ogunjobi, and Alex Highsmith. The Steelers' defense has shown some susceptibility to deep balls this year, allowing six completions of 30 or more yards (13th in the NFL) and 19 passes of 20 or more yards (tied-21st). The Steelers play single high safety coverage 70 percent of the time, so the Giants should have opportunities to win deep down the sideline if they can connect on those passes.
Dan Salomone: Fiction – You can't generate anything with your quarterback on the ground. In a post-Andrew Thomas world, the Giants will have their hands full again after giving up eight sacks last week. They had allowed just nine in the previous five games.
Matt Citak: Fact – One week after the offense's longest play went for 15 yards against the Bengals, the Giants' offense wasn't able to gain more than 14 yards on a single play against the Eagles. Improving in this area is a must heading into Monday night. If the offensive line can give Daniel Jones time in the pocket, the passing game has an opportunity to hit on some big plays down the field.
Stopping the run is the top priority for the Giants' defense on Monday night.
John Schmeelk: Fact – The Steelers run the ball at the second-highest rate in the NFL (53.2 percent of snaps). They want to run the ball with a downhill running game on early downs to set up the play-action and Russell Wilson's patented rainbow deep balls down the field. Najee Harris has run for 100 yards in consecutive games, and his backfield mate Jaylen Warren appears healthy. If the Giants can stop the Steelers' run game and turn them into a one-dimensional team, they should be able to control their offense.
Dan Salomone: Fact – The Giants, who are on pace to break the NFL single-season sacks record, want to force the Steelers into passing situations. They can do that by winning early downs, particularly against the run. Najee Harris is looking for his third consecutive game with 100 rushing yards and a touchdown, while the Steelers are 4-0 when they gain at least 125 yards on the ground.
Matt Citak: Fact – Even after the quarterback change from Justin Fields to Russell Wilson, the Steelers make it no secret that they want to run the football. They come into this game ranking second in the NFL with 235 rush attempts through the first seven games of the season, which comes out to 33.6 attempts per game. In Wilson's first start last week, the Steelers ran the ball 36 times. Slowing down Najee Harris, Jaylen Warren and the run game should be the defense's top priority. If they can do this successfully, it will put the pass rush in some good situations to get after Wilson.
View photos of the Giants on the practice field at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center.
S Tyler Nubin (31)
ILB Micah McFadden (41)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
CB Deonte Banks (3)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
TE Daniel Bellinger (82)
S Jason Pinnock (27), S Tyler Nubin (31)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
WR Isaiah Hodgins (18)
WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette (87)
WR Isaiah Hodgins (18)
S Tyler Nubin (31)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29)
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
WR Darius Slayton (86)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
S Raheem Layne (43)
OLB Benton Whitley (48)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
LB Matthew Adams (49)
WR Kearis Jackson (81)
CB Nick McCloud (44)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
QB Tommy DeVito (15)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
RB Devin Singletary (26), RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29), Head Coach Brian Daboll
QB Drew Lock (2)
Dexter Lawrence will break Aaron Donald's interior lineman sacks record of 20.5.
John Schmeelk: Fiction – Dexter Lawrence is as dominant a player as I have watched since I began covering the Giants in 2007. He cannot be blocked 1-on-1, but asking for 20 sacks from an interior pass rusher is a bit too far for me. Aaron Donald, aside from Lawrence Taylor, is one of the best defensive players in the history of the sport and even he only topped 13.5 sacks once. Can Dexter do it? Yes. It will also take a lot of luck. Lawrence's pressure rate is actually lower than it was last year, and only 0.3 percent higher than 2022. I'll bet against the luck.
Dan Salomone: Fact – He's getting double-teamed while fighting through lower body injuries – and still putting up these numbers. There's no reason to go "fiction" here.
Matt Citak: Fiction – Lawrence has gotten his season off to a dominant start with nine sacks through seven games, already topping his previous career-high of 7.5 sacks. But when you add in the fact that Lawrence is facing the highest double-team rate any player has seen in years, it's hard to see him continuing at such a torrid pace. If Lawrence can get to even 15+ sacks this season, it would likely go down as one of the most dominant performances from an interior defensive lineman.
Pittsburgh has the best opposing defense in the NFL.
John Schmeelk: Fiction – The Steelers rank 10th in defensive DVOA, sixth in EPA allowed per play, and 14th in defensive success rate. They are good but not the best. Teams like the Vikings (yes, even after Thursday night), Broncos, Bears and Chargers are all probably better. Few teams take the ball away better than the Steelers, who are second in turnover ratio (+9) this season and tied for third with nine interceptions. The Giants are going to have to protect the ball if they want a chance to win Monday night.
Dan Salomone: Fact – The Steelers have allowed the fewest points in the NFL since Mike Tomlin took over in 2007. It's a mindset for them. "There's a style in which they play with that is physical and aggressive," coach Brian Daboll said. "I've got a lot of respect for how they've done things for a long time ever since I've been in the league, just getting ready to play them. Well-coached, play tough, play physical, have a style that they play with, and then the atmosphere is one of the best when you go there and play at their stadium. Tough place to play and a very tough opponent."
Matt Citak: Fact – The Steelers come into this game with the No. 2 scoring defense in the NFL, with only one opponent having scored more than 20 points against them this season and only two with more than 15 points. They sport the league's No. 4 red zone defense, the No. 2 rushing defense, and rank fourth with their 13 takeaways, including five games with multiple turnovers. And all of this production has come with Alex Highsmith, their talented edge rusher that lines up opposite Watt, playing in only four games. With the talent they have at every level, the Steelers currently have the best defense in the NFL.
View photos of the history between the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Ward Cuff (14) of the New York Giants kicking a 23-yard field goal in the 2nd quarter of game with the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Polo Grounds in New York City, Oct. 20, 1940. Giant Players are Tuffy Leemans (4) holding ball; Doug Older Shaw (39); Leland Shaffer (20) and John McLaughry (17). Steelers are: Everett Fisher (8); John Woudenberg (36), Frank Sullivan (18), and John Noppenberg (50). Giants beat Steelers 12 to 0. (AP Photo)
Chuck Conerly, New York Giant freshman back who set a new passing record in National football league, stands beside Giant coach Steve Owen during an anxious moment in Giant-Pittsburgh Steeler game on Dec. 5, 1948. (AP Photo)
Ken Strong, left, New York Giants football team back, receives two suitcases from Bert Bell, National Football League Commissioner, during ceremonices celebrating "Ken Strong Day" at the Polo Grounds in New York, November 24, 1946. In addition to the suitcases, Strong received from fans behind him several thousand dollar bonds and other assorted gifts.Standing left to right, are; Ken Strong, Bert Bell, Herman J. Bergasse, chairman of the Ken Strong Fans Committee; and Irving Cohen, vice chairman. The Giants defeated the Pittssurch Steelers, 7-0. (AP Photo)
Aldo "Buff" Donelli, squatting, appears for the first time as coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers during a game against the New York Giants in Pittsburgh, Pa., Oct. 5, 1941. Donelli gave up his coaching position at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh to take over the pro Steelers from Bert Bell. (AP Photo/Bill Allen)
New York Giants Hall of Fame safety Emlen Tunnell (45) and safety Jim Patton (20) defend a pass intended for Pittsburgh Steelers halfback Ray Matthews (25) during an NFL game in Pittsburgh, Pa., Nov. 4, 1956. The Giants defeated the Steelers 17-14. (AP Photo/Pro Football Hall of Fame)
New York Giants halfback Bosh Pritchard (35) is aided by effective blocking as he goes through an opening for a 6 yard gain in first quarter of National Football League game with Pittsburgh Steelers at Polo Grounds in New York City, Dec. 2, 1951. Giant guard Duke Maronic (67) takes out a Steeler at left. Other identifiable player is Giant quarterback Chuck Conerly (42). (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
Coach Steve Owen, second from left, of the New York Giants football team, huddles with some of his star players during a practice session at the Polo Grounds in New York, Oct. 10, 1950. Left to right are: James White, tackle and captain; coach Owen; Bill Swiacki, end; Joe Scott, back; Ellery Williams, end; and Charles Conerly, back. The Giants, the only unbeaten team in the NFL so far this year and out in front in their division with a 3-0 record, play the Pittsburgh Steelers in New York on Oct. 15. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
Frank Gifford, New York Giant halfback is brought down by bevy of Pittsburgh Steelers after taking pass good for 11-yard gain in second period at Yankee Stadium, New York City, on Nov. 15, 1959. Pass was from Giant quarterback Don Heinrich. Identifiable Steelers are Jack McCall (20, left), Dean Derby (27) and Dick Campbell (66). Steelers won 14-9 in last two minutes to drop Giants into first place tie with Cleveland in eastern conference of National Football League. (AP Photo)
Halfback Joe Geri, of the Pittsburgh Steelers, despite the would-be tackler clinging on his back drives for eight yards through a hole in the New York Giants line in a National League opener in Pittsburgh at night on Oct. 1, 1951. Steelers blocker takes out Emlen Tunnell (45) the Giants and Steelers played to 13-13 toe. (AP Photo/Walter Stein)
New York Giants Randy Minniear (27) hits the ground after tackle by unidentified Pittsburgh Steelers defender in the second period at Yankee Stadium, Nov. 20, 1967, New York. Randy picked up nine years on a pass play from Fran Tarkenton, (10) right background. Identifiable Pittsburgh players are Chuck Hinton (64) and Bob Hohn (29). The Giants won the National Football League game 28-20. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
New York Giants Del Shofner (85) balances a Y.A. Title pass on his fingertip in Pittsburgh Steeler end zone as Steeler's Brady Keys (26) makes flying effort to break up play in second period of game at New York's Yankee Stadium on Nov. 19, 1961. Giants won, 42-21, to move into first place in Eastern Conference of National Football League. (AP Photo)
A fan at Yankee Stadium in New York City scoops up a stray football during game between the Giants and the Steelers, Dec. 15, 1963. The Giants won, 33-17. (AP Photo)
New York Giants quarterback Y.A. Tittle (14) is shown in action during game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Yankee Stadium in New York City on Dec. 15, 1963. The Giants won the game 33-17 to take the Eastern Conference Championship of the National Football League. (AP Photo)
New York Giants' flanker back Frank Gifford (16) snares a pass during game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Yankee Stadium, Dec. 15, 1963. (AP Photo)
New York Giant Tommy Crutcher (56) face masks two players from the Pittsburgh Steelers at the same time during a game on October 12,1969 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. The New York Giant beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 10-7. Tommy Crutcherr played for 8 season with 2 different teams.(David Durochik via AP)
Frank Gifford (16) of the New York Giants reaches for a pass Sept. 30, 1962 thrown by Y.A. Tittle in the third quarter of game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Gifford caught the pass and went over for a touchdown to give the Giants a 24-20 lead, they never relinquished., en route to a 31-27 victory. Play covered 27 yards. Stellers defender is Clendon Thomas. (AP Photo/dm)
Aaron Thomas of the New York Giants does a headstand after taking a touchdown pass of about 45 yards from quarterback Fran Tarkenton in the second quarter of the on Nov. 19, 1967 National Football League game in New York. (AP Photo/Harry Harris)
New York Giants quarterback Y.A. Tittle (14) is shown in action during game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Yankee Stadium in New York City on Dec. 15, 1963. The Giants won the game 33-17 to take the Eastern Conference Championship of the National Football League. (AP Photo)
Del Shofner, (85), New York Giants' end, grabs Y.A. Tittles' pass for touchdown at 41st-yard line in first quarter of game with Steelers at New York's Yankee Stadium on Dec. 15, 1963. At left is Willie Daniels, defensive halfback of Pittsburgh Steelers. (AP Photo)
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Gary Ballman (85) eludes New York Giants safety Dick Lynch (22) and fumbles the football while headed to the end zone during an NFL game in New York, Dec. 16, 1963. The Giants defeated the Steelers 33-17. (AP Photo/Pro Football Hall of Fame)
New York Giants running back Doug Kotar, left, rolls over as he retains possession of the ball after being brought down by Pittsburgh Steelers Jack Ham in the first quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford Saturday, Aug. 19, 1978. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
New York Giants defensive tackle Roland Lakes (76) stops Pittsburgh Steeler running back Preston Pearson, at left in mid air, at 31-yard line in the fourth quarter of NFL Exhibition Game, in New York's Yankee Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, 1971. The Giants Carl Lockhart (43) lower right, assists in play. Steelers won the game, 20-3 (AP Photo/ John Lindsay)
Harry Carson of the New York Giants chases Pittsburgh Steelers' running back Franco Harris (32) in first quarter action in Pittsburgh, Aug. 11, 1979. (AP Photo)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Preston Pearson (26) stretches for an 8-yard gain around right end in first quarter action, Aug. 27, 1970 in Pittsburgh again at New York Giants. Flying in behind Pearson is Giants defensive back Carl Lockhart (43) who knocked Pearson out of bounds. Steelers scored their first touchdown of the game in the next series of downs. (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck)
Pittsburgh rookie quarterback Terry Bradshaw covers a bobbled handoff in the second quarter of game with the New York Giants, Friday, August 29, 1970, Pittsburgh, Pa. The 21-year-old Bradshaw, last winter draft choice led the Steelers to a 21-6 exhibition victory. (AP Photo)
Quarterback Randy Johnson (11) of the New York Giants sets to pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1973. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
Pittsburgh Steelers nose tackle Gary Lunn (67) gets double teamed during the NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Giants on December 21, 1985 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 28-10 . (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants Joe Morris, center, cuts between Pittsburgh Steelers Donnie Shell, left, and Rick Woods, right, as he runs nine yards for a touchdown during first quarter NFL action, Dec. 21, 1985, at Giants Stadium, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
New York Giants defensive end Eric Dorsey (77) prepares for a play during an NFL preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in East Rutherford, NJ, Aug. 20, 1988. The Giants defeated the Steelers 28-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants offensive tackle Karl Nelson (63) prepares for a play during an NFL preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in East Rutherford, NJ, Aug. 20, 1988. The Giants defeated the Steelers 28-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants tight end Zeke Mowatt (84) leaps in the air for a 2-yard touchdown pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL preseason game in East Rutherford, NJ, Aug. 20, 1988. The Giants defeated the Steelers 28-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Pittsburgh Steelers center Mike Webster (52) blocks as running back Walter Abercrombie (34) leaps over New York Giants linebacker Abraham (51) during the game in East Rutherford, NJ, Aug. 20, 1988. The Giants defeated the Steelers 28-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants linebacker Abraham (51) hits Pittsburgh Steelers running back Walter Abercrombie (34) in the air as he stops the back near the line of scrimmage during the NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Aug. 20, 1988 in East Rutherford, NJ. The Giants won the game 28-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants center Bart Oates (65) pass blocks during the NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Dec. 21, 1985 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won the game 28-10. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver John Stallworth, left, is upended by New York Giants Pete Shaw as Shaw breaks up the play for an incomplete pass in the first quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Aug. 21, 1982. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
An unidentified man sits on top of the backstop of Three Rivers Stadium during Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New York Giants' game, Aug. 30, 1985. The man climbed out on a guide wire on the stadium's fifth level, and managed to climb safely to the ground. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
New York Giants running back Joe Morris (20) breaks past Pittsburgh Steelers Robin Cole (56) at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Dec. 21, 1985. Giants won 28-10. (AP Photo)
New York Giants Lawrence Taylor, (56), is hauled down by Pittsburgh Steelers center Mike Webster, (52), after recovering a fumble by Steeler quarterback Mark Malone during the third quarter of NFL exhibition game in Pittsburgh at night on Friday, August 31, 1985. The Giants won the game 24-14. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor (56) works his way around a blocker during the NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 21, 1985 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 28-10. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) throws a pass during the NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Giants on August 25, 1984 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 16-9. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor (56) chases the action during the NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 30, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 17-3. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants defensive ends Casey Merrill and Leonard Marshall during the Giants 28-10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 21, 1985 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
New York Giants wide receiver Arthur Marshall (83) pulls in a pass in front of Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Rod Woodson (26) during the first quarter action, Oct. 23, 1994 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer smiles after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-10 Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John T. Greilick)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) breaks away from Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Levon Kirkland (99) and Scott Chad (30) as he runs for 23 yards in the third quarter Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Osi Umenyiora #72 of the New York Giants tackles Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Tiki Barber #21 of the New York Giants runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants talks with offensive coordinator John Hufnagel during a timeout against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants throws a Hail Mary pass to close out the first half against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
William Joseph #94 of the New York Giants hits Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Will Peterson #24 of the New York Giants holds the ball after breaking up a pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Fred Robbins #98 and Carlos Emmons #51 of the New York Giants sack Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants meets with Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) scrambles for 13 yards and a first down during the second quarter as Giants center Shaun O'Hara (6) blocks Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Chris Hoke (76) and Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith (91) hits the turf Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers beat the Giants, 33-30. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Pittsburgh Steelers James Farrior (51) tackles New York Giants Ike Hilliard (88) in the first half Saturday Dec. 18, 2004 at Giant Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.The Steelers won the game 33-30. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Osi Umenyiora #72 of the New York Giants tackles Jerome Bettis #36 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey dives to make a touchdown catch as Pittsburgh Steelers safety Russell Stuvaints (33) looks on during the first quarter Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Tiki Barber #21 of the New York Giants runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants gets pressured out of the pocket against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants looks for a receiver against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Tom Coughlin head coach of the New York Giants looks on from the sideline against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Verron Haynes #34 of the Pittsburgh Steelers gets tackled by Will Allen #25 and Carlos Emmons #51 of the New York Giants during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Tom Coughlin head coach of the New York Giants looks on from the sideline against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Frank Walker #41 of the New York Giants returns an interception against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Tiki Barber #21 of the New York Giants runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants takes the field before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants calls signals at the line against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Jeremy Shockey #80 of the New York Giants jaws with Chris Hope #28 of the Pittsburgh Steelers after his helmet was knocked off after a catch during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
The New York Giants prepare to take the field before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers throws a pass against the New York Giants during an NFL football game on Dec. 18, 2004 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers defeated the Giants 33-30. (Joe Robbins via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer, left, dives, trying for a first down after making a catch, as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Deshaea Townsen defends in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. Toomer came up a yard short. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass over linebacker Pittsburgh Steelers LeMarr Woodley (56) during the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. New York won 21-14.(AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants' Matthias Kiwanuka, right, grabs Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger just before Roethlisberger got off an incomplete pass off in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. The Giants beat the Steelers 21-14. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
New York Giants defensive tackle Justin Tuck, top, and defensive end Matthias Kiwanuka, bottom, sack Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. The Giants won 21-14.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
New York Giants running back Derrick Ward, bottom, runs as Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu gets a hand on his helmet in the second quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer (81) pulls in a pass as Pittsburgh Steelers' Tyrone Carter (23) defends during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. The Giants won 21-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor (24) closes in as New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress (17) turns upfield after making a reception during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. New York won 21-14.(AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants Eli Manning (10) throws a touchdown pass over Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Larry Foote (50) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. The Giants won 21-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants fans cheer their team as the Giants leave Heinz Field after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 21-14 in an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs past Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Casey Hampton (98) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. New York won 21-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning leaves the field after the Giants' 21-14 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants' James Butler (37) and Kenny Phillips celebrate following Phillips' interception against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. New York won 21-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants safety Kenny Phillips (21) intercepts a pass intended for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Limas Sweed during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in Pittsburgh. New York won 21-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
New York Giants tackle Will Beatty (65) blocks for Ahmad Bradshaw (44) as Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison (92) makes the tackle during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs with the ball after making a catch during a week 9 football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey(AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs with the ball after making a catch during a week 9 football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey(AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants tight end Martellus Bennett (85) makes a catch during a week 9 football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey(AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) reacts after the Giants defense stopped a fake field goal attempt by Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Steelers won the game 24-20. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) celebrates after sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) takes a bow after sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) for a -9 yard loss in the first quarter during the NFL week 9 regular season football game on Sunday Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, NJ. The Steelers won the game 24-20. (AP Photo / Jim Mahoney)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) celebrates a sack of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during a week 9 football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey(AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants running back Andre Brown (35) gains and leaps for 8 yards, tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers corner back Ike Taylor (24) during the NFL week 9 regular season football game on Sunday Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, NJ. The Steelers won the game 24-20. (AP Photo / Jim Mahoney)
New York Giants linebacker Michael Boley (59) returns a fumble for a touchdown during a week 9 football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey(AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is sacked for a -9 yard loss in the first quarter by New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) during the NFL week 9 regular season football game on Sunday Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, NJ. The Steelers won the game 24-20. (AP Photo / Jim Mahoney)
New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) runs back an interception during the second half of an NFL football game as Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Mike Wallace (17) gives chase, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Giants during opening ceremonies prior to the NFL week 9 regular season football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, NJ The Steelers won the game 24-20. (AP Photo / Jim Mahoney)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) and Osi Umenyiora (72) celebrate a fumble returned for a touchdown by Michael Boley during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) gets past Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Mike Mitchell (23) after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) visit after an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. The Steelers won 24-14. (AP Photo/Jared Wickerham)
New York Giants running back Paul Perkins (28) spins out of a tackle during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) is tackled by New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) and linebacker Jonathan Casillas, left, during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Jared Wickerham)
New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Cortez Allen (28) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Jared Wickerham)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) leaps over Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Mike Hilton (28) during the second quarter of an NFL football game Monday, Sept. 14, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
