GIANTS LOOK TO ENTER BYE ON HIGH NOTE
The midway point of the 2024 season is now in the rearview mirror. Heading into Week 10, the Giants are not where they wanted to be at the start of the season with their 2-7 record. Despite what the record shows, five of the team's seven losses were one-possession games late in the fourth quarter, which highlights the fight that this team has shown for most of the season.
"I think we've got a lot of the right guys that are made of the right DNA," coach Brian Daboll told the media Wednesday afternoon. "Team first players. Again, you're not happy about the results, but you control what you can control, which is the upcoming week. We've got a bunch of guys that do that each and every week."
Through the first nine weeks of the season, the Giants are among the league-leaders in snaps played by rookies. While a big part of this is due to their production on the field, the group of first-year players have also proven to have the right mindset as they get more and more comfortable playing at the NFL level.
"It's important for veterans to have leadership presence, but I'd say our rookies have a lot of leadership in them too," Daboll said. "Again, they're playing a lot of football. They're learning as we go, but they all have the right mindset. I'm pleased with how they act outside the building, inside the building, the work they put in and their skill set. I really enjoy working with these young guys. They're made of the right kind of stuff."
ALL-TIME SERIES
The Giants (2-7) travel to Munich, Germany to take on the Carolina Panthers (2-7) for their first matchup this season against the NFC South on Sunday, Nov. 10 in Allianz Arena. Kickoff is set for 9:30 a.m. ET on NFL Network and locally on WABC.
Sunday's game will be the Giants' fourth trip to Europe and will mark the first time they play a game in Germany. The Giants look to stay undefeated in Europe as they are currently 3-0. The last matchup in Europe was on Oct. 9, 2022, in London, where the Giants defeated the Packers, 27-22.
Sunday's game also marks the 13th matchup between the two teams. The teams last played on Sept. 18, 2022, when the Giants beat the Panthers 19-16, in MetLife Stadium.
Injury Report
Giants
Out: WR Darius Slayton (Concussion Protocol), WR Bryce Ford-Wheaton (Achilles)
Questionable: ILB Matt Adams (Calf), K Graham Gano (Right Hamstring), ILB Darius Muasau (Hamstring), S Jason Pinnock (Abdomen)
Panthers
Out: T Ikem Ekwonu (Ankle), WR Adam Thielen (Hamstring)
Doubtful: S Jammie Robinson (Knee)
Questionable: OLB Jadeveon Clowney (Not Injury Related - Rest/Knee), S Lonnie Johnson Jr. (Quadricep), RB Jonathon Brooks (Knee), S Jordan Fuller (Hamstring), TE Tommy Tremble (Back), OLB D.J. Wonnum (Quadricep)
GIANTS EXCITED FOR GERMANY
Sunday's game in Munich will be the second international game for the Giants under coach Brian Daboll, and the franchise's fourth overall. However, all three of the organization's previous international games took place in London. Sunday's game will be just the second NFL regular-season game to take place in Munich and the fourth overall in Germany; the two Germany games last year occurred in Frankfurt.
"We're excited to go over there," quarterback Daniel Jones said. "I think just the one experience I have to look back on is the London trip and just how much energy and excitement there was in that stadium, and the fans and how into it they are. That was a really cool experience. Hoping and expecting kind of the same thing here in Germany. Looking forward to playing in that stadium."
The Giants are 3-0 all-time in international games, with their last victory abroad taking place at Tottenham Stadium in 2022. The Giants got a big win over Aaron Rodgers and the Packers which propelled them to a 4-1 record. The team opted not to have their bye after the trip overseas and returned to East Rutherford to defeat Lamar Jackson and the Ravens the following week. While the Giants will have their bye after this year's international trip, there are still some valuable tips the players and coaches can pick up from the last time they traveled to Europe.
"I mean it's helpful to have done it once and have gone through it," Jones said. "I think, yeah, you know what to do. Try to adjust to the time as much as possible. You're not going to be able to fully get on that time zone, but just traveling, trying to sleep on the way over there and then getting your body back up and running Friday when you get there."
ESTABLISH THE RUN
It was clear heading into last week's game against the Commanders that the Giants' offensive game plan revolved around establishing the run. Quarterback Daniel Jones attempted just six passes in the first half as the Giants leaned heavily on its rushing attack. Jones, Tyrone Tracy and the rest of the Giants' run game combined for 21 carries for 142 yards in the first half alone, good for an average of 6.8 yards per carry.
Tracy once again finished as the Giants' leading rusher with 66 yards on 16 carries (4.1 avg.). The first-year running back has taken advantage of his opportunity since becoming the team's lead back in Week 5. Over the last five weeks, Tracy has three outings with over 100 total yards of offense, two games with an average of more than 7.0 yards per carry, and has found the end zone twice. Despite totaling just 12 rush attempts through the first four games of the season, Tracy leads all rookies in rushing yards (442) along with runs of 20- and 10-plus yards (four and 11, respectively).
"He's continued to make the most of his opportunity," Daboll said about the rookie on Friday. "He's smart. He's got good toughness. He understands the game. Ultimately, he's gone out there and produced on Sunday when we handed him the ball or in pass protection or in the routes. He's done a nice job with that."
The Panthers have struggled on the defensive side of the ball this year, especially when it comes to the run game. Carolina has surrendered 1,434 yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground this season, both of which rank as the most in the league. Three of their last four opponents have rushed for more than 195 yards, and only one team has totaled less than 100 rushing yards against the Panthers this season.
BURNS READY TO FACE FORMER TEAM
The Giants' big acquisition this past offseason came in the form of outside linebacker Brian Burns, who was acquired in a trade with the Carolina Panthers. Burns spent his first five seasons with the Panthers, where his 46 sacks across 80 games were tied for the 12th most in the NFL since he entered the league, while his 59 tackles for loss were tied for the sixth-most in that span. Now set to face his former team for the first time, Burns is excited to see a lot of people from the Panthers organization.
"There are a ton of people that I didn't get to talk to before I left," the outside linebacker told the media Wednesday. "Over five years, you build that bond with a lot of people in a lot of different ways. I do have a special connection with some people from the equipment staff, training staff and some of the lunch people. I've just got connections all over that building. So, I can't wait to see them."
On whether or not he has any extra motivation heading into the matchup against his former team, Burns added, "No, like I said, business is business. Business happened. I'm happy where I am. I'm blessed."
Burns was held a sack without a sack in last week's matchup against the Commanders, which snapped a four-game sack streak for the talented edge rusher. His five sacks on the season rank third behind Dexter Lawrence and Azeez Ojulari, while his 35 total pressures lead the team, according to Next Gen Stats.
View photos from the New York Giants' previous regular-season trips to Europe, where they are 3-0.
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Corner back Sam Madison #29 of the New York Giants celebrates a broken pass play against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Sam Madison
Miami Dolphins' Cleo Lemon (17) throws the ball during the fourth quarter of their NFL football game against New York Giants at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Eli Manning, David Diehl and Michael Strahan in the pregame huddle
New York Giants Eli Manning (10) passes against the Miami Dolphins during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants qb Eli Manning, left, with Plaxico Burress on the sidelines during their game against the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) during a week 7 NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
A general view of game action during an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress walks to the field during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America.(AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants Amani Toomer, left, Shaun O'Hara, 2nd left, Eli Manning, centre, Michael Strahan, 2nd right, and coach Tom Coughlin pose for photographers at the Chelsea soccer team's training ground, Cobham, England Friday Oct. 26, 2007. The New York Giants will face the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Sunday Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants kicker Robbie Gould kicks the extra point after a touchdown during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) is tackled during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning speaks on stage during an NFL Fan Rally at the NFL House in Victoria House, in London, Saturday Oct. 22, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
The New York Giants, right, kick off against The Miami Dolphins in their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Wembley National Stadium Limited/Pool)
New York Giants' Reuben Droughns (22) is pulled down by Miami Dolphins' Jason Allen, left, during the fourth quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Referee Ron Torbert, center, conducts the coin toss as New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams players watch prior to an NFL football game at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants' Eli Manning quarter back (10) throws the ball whilst Miami Dolphins, Stiveni Fifita (60 ) is held back during the second quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the ball in the first quarter during an NFL football game at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Wide receiver Plaxico Burress #17 of the New York Giants starts his route against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Plaxico Burress
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) is seen during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Former New York Giants player David Diehl high-fives school children during an NFL community event at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Head coach Tom Coughlin of the New York Giants on the sidelines against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Tom Coughlin
New York Giants practice squad players wide receiver Geremy Davis, 18, and defensive end Stansly Maponga, 71, take part in an NFL community event with children at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning speaks during a press conference at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul appears on stage during an NFL Fan Rally at the NFL House in Victoria House, in London, Saturday Oct. 22, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
Members of the New York Giants practice squad take part in an NFL community event with children at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning speaks during a press conference at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Running back Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants rushes for a solid gain against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Brandon Jacobs
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning speaks during a press conference at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz, waits to be driven away on a golf buggy after speaking to media huddles at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) runs through before scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks to the crowd during an NFL Fan Rally at the NFL House in Victoria House, in London, Saturday Oct. 22, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants will play at Twickenham stadium in London in a week 7 matchup on Sunday. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz, right, holds his phone up as defensive tackle Damon Harrison, left, looks down at the wheel clearance as they sit on a golf buggy after speaking to media huddles at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs the ball after a catch during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) runs with the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants huddles up his team against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) runs a route in front of Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (32) during an NFL football game at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks with Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) following a week 7 NFL football game on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning listens during a press conference at Syon House in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. The Los Angeles Rams are due to play the New York Giants at Twickenham stadium in London on Sunday in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) returns and interception for a touchdown during a week 7 NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) runs through before scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
From left, New York Giants running back Bobby Rainey (43), quarterback Eli Manning (10), and tackle Ereck Flowers (74) run onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants players line up to sing the national anthem before an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) pumps up the crowd during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) runs through before scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants tight end Larry Donnell (84) evades a tackle from Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Mark Barron (26) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws the ball during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) tackles Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley (30) during a week 7 NFL football game on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) rushes the pass in front of New York Giants offensive guard Justin Pugh (67) during an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants kicker Robbie Gould (5) watches after kicking the ball off during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13), left, is tackled by Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (32) during an NFL football game at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants outside linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52) lines up prior to the snap during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) celebrates after a play during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) throws the ball under pressure from New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) during an NFL football game at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants outside linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52) lines up prior to the snap during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the New York Giants at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) tackles Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) receives the snap and looks to throw the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) pumps up the crowd during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) returns and interception for a touchdown during a week 7 NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tavon Austin (11) evades a tackle by New York Giants outside linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants linebacker Keenan Robinson (57) lines up in position at the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) is hit by New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) during an NFL football game at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) returns and interception for a touchdown during a week 7 NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
The New York Giants offensive line lines up across from the Los Angeles Rams defensive line during an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants line up to sing the national anthem before an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) prepares to throw the ball during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) runs after the catch in front of Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (32) during an NFL football game at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) during a week 7 NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on October 23, 2016 in London, U.K. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) intercepts a pass in the end zone during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) evades a tackle by Los Angeles Rams running back Benny Cunningham (23) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) hits Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) during an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) evades a tackle from Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (32) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) walks on the field before an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs after a catch during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21), centre, runs through before scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates after leading his team to a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) runs after the catch during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in London. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) is tackled by Los Angeles Rams middle linebacker Alec Ogletree (52) during an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants coach Tom Coughlin runs onto the field before a game against the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants qb Eli Manning calls signals against the Miami Dolphins during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
Miami Dolphins qb Cleo Lemon (17) throws a pass against the New York Giants R.W. McQuaters (25) during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Safety Michael Johnson #43 of the New York Giants waits for the Miami Dolphins snap on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Michael Johnson
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Running back Reuben Droughns #22 of the New York Giants can't get past the Miami Dolphins defensive line on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Reuben Droughns
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Cleo Lemon #17 of the Miami Dolphins attempts to pass against the New York Giants on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This was the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Cleo Lemon
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants shouts out play calls against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: The New York Giants against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte)
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants shouts out play calls against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Tight end Jeremy Shockey #80 of the New York Giants is brought down by Will Allen #25 of the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Jeremy Shockey, WIll Allen
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Cleo Lemon #17 of the Miami Dolphins drops back to pass against the New York Giants on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This was the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Cleo Lemon
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Center Shaun O'Hara #60 of the New York Giants against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Shaun O'Hara
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Running back Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants rushes for a solid gain against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Brandon Jacobs
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Running back Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants rushes for a solid gain against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Brandon Jacobs
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Corner back R.W. McQuarters #25 of the New York Giants returns an interception against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) R.W. McQuarters
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Corner back R.W. McQuarters #25 of the New York Giants returns an interception against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) R.W. McQuarters
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants rushes for a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants shouts out play calls against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants shouts out play calls against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Eli Manning
LONDON - OCTOBER 28: Guard Rich Seubert #69 of the New York Giants pulls in a Giants fumble against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2007 in London, England. This is the first ever regular season NFL match to be played outside of the United States. The Giants won the game 13-10. (AP Photo/Thomas E. Witte) Rich Seubert
New York Giants Michael Strahan (92) recovers a fumble by the Miami Dolphins Cleo Lemon (17) during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants Brandon Jacobs (27) is hit by Miami Dolphins Michael Lehan (22) during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants Brandon Jacobs (27) runs away from the Miami Dolphins Channing Crowder (52) during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants Fred Robbins (98) bears down on Miami Dolphins QB Cleo Lemon (17) during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
FILE New York Giants' Brandon Jacobs (27) is tackled by Miami Dolphins' Channing Crowder (52 ) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London on Oct. 28, 2007. Jacobs and his Giants teammates face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Nov. 11. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants Reuben Droughns (22) runs against the Miami Dolphins during their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. The game was the first NFL regular season game played in Europe. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants' R.W. McQuarters (25) is chased by Miami Dolphins' Donnie Spragan (59) and John Denney (92) during the fourth quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants' Sam Madison (29) and Miami Dolphins' Derek Hagan (82) leap for the ball during the third quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants center Weston Richburg (70) prepares to snap the ball to quarterback Eli Manning (10) during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, in London. New York won 17-10. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
New York Giants' R.W. McQuarters (25) is pulled down by Miami Dolphins Jesse Chatman during the third quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) warms up before an NFL football game between New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 23, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New York Giants' quarterback Eli Manning, left, is congratulated by a member of the coaching staff after scoring a touchdown against Miami Dolphins in the second quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
The New York Giants take the field to face the Miami Dolphins in their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants' Fred Robbins (98) tackles Miami Dolphins quarterback Cleo Lemon (17) in the third quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants' Plaxico Burress (17) is tackled by Miami Dolphins' Michael Lehan (22) in the firrst quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)
New York Giants players practice during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
A view of the field ahead of New York Giants' walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The New York Giants will play the Miami Dolphins there on Sunday 28 Oct., in the first trans-Atlantic regular-season game in NFL history. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss, second right, and his teammates look at the field during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants players practice during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants players practice during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants Head Coach Tom Coughlin looks at his players on the field during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants safety Michael Johnson, center, smiles as he practices with his teammates during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning walks to the field during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
New York Giants players practice during a walk-through at Wembley Stadium in London, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007. The Giants are in London for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, the first regular season NFL game outside North America. (AP Photo/Akira Suemori)
Giants Offensive Huddle
Plaxico Burress pregame
Tom Coughlin
Rich Seubert and Chris Snee pregame
Giants Defense
Osi Umenyiora
Justin Tuck
Michael Strahan pregame huddle
Lawrence Tynes
Antonio Pierce
Michael Strahan
Coin Toss
Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and Kawika Mitchell
Jeff Feagles
Osi Umenyiora
Osi Umenyiora
Eli Manning
Eli Manning
Eli Manning
Reuben Droughns (22)
Eli Manning and Shaun O'Hara
Jeff Feagles (18)
Brandon Jacobs
Eli Manning
Brandon Jacobs (27)
Carter Coughlin (52)
Jihad Ward (55)
Saquon Barkley (26)
Jihad Ward (55)
Darius Slayton (86)
Daniel Jones (8)
Daniel Jones (8)
Daniel Jones (8)
Daniel Jones (8)
ROOKIES CONTINUE TO IMPRESS
The Giants' rookie class has undoubtedly played a big role so far this season. Both sides of the ball feature several rookie starters, which has led to the team's first-year players being among the league leaders in playing time. The Giants' rookie class has accounted for 17.9 percent of the team's defensive snaps, the second-highest rate in the league, and 18.4 percent of the offensive snaps, the fifth-highest mark, according to NGS. This has led to the Giants having one of the youngest rosters across the entire NFL.
"They have the right mindset," Daboll said about the rookie class. "They have the right DNA that we look for. And again, you've got to correct some of the things that happened throughout a game and be able to move on to the next play. But have confidence in those young guys, we've got to keep help developing them and keep growing them as the season goes on. When there's good stuff happening and when there's stuff that needs to be improved."
Tracy was already discussed earlier, and while there are numerous other players I could highlight here, I'm going to focus on the first rookie selected in this year's draft. After getting his NFL career off to a scorching start, wide receiver Malik Nabers has totaled just 171 receiving yards across three games since returning from a concussion that sidelined him for two weeks. However, don't let the dip on box score production fool you. According to NGS, Daniel Jones has completed 55 of 82 pass attempts to Nabers this season for 557 yards and three touchdowns, which has generated the third-most EPA (expected points added) among all quarterback-wide receiver duos (+35.0).
Even after missing two games, Nabers is still tied for third in the NFL with 55 receptions, which is the most among all rookie receivers. His +33.2 EPA also leads all first-year wideouts, while his 557 receiving yards ranks second.
GET THE PASS RUSH BACK ON TRACK
For the first time all season, the Giants' defense was held without a sack in last week's loss to the Commanders. Nevertheless, the Giants still lead the NFL with their 35 sacks on the season, four more than any other team, while their 63 quarterback hits rank fourth and sit just three behind the Ravens for the league-lead.
The Giants have registered a 35.0 percent pressure rate on the season, according to Next Gen Stats, which is the 10th in the NFL. Their 44.2 percent pressure rate when blitzing comes in at No. 11. However, the unit's 35.7 percent pressure to sack conversion rate leads all teams. Additionally, the Giants have recorded a sack on a league-leading 12.5 percent of opponents' drop-backs.
Defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence leads the team, and ranks second among all NFL defenders, with his nine sacks on the year. He also ranks third among defensive tackles with 28 pressures, according to NGS. The most impressive part about Lawrence's dominance this season is the fact that he's been double-teamed on a league-high 64.6 percent of his pass rushes. In fact, half of his pressures this season have come when double-teamed.
While Lawrence leads the team in sacks, Burns is not far behind. The outside linebacker has lined up on both ends of the line at almost an equal rate this season, so he's likely to see both Panthers tackles on Sunday. Starting left tackle Ikem Ekwonu missed last week's game and unlikely to suit up on Sunday. Backup tackle Brady Christensen played all 50 snaps at LT in Week 9 and allowed four pressures on 29 pass blocks (13.8 percent). On the other side of the line, Taylor Moton has allowed 14 pressures on 238 pass block snaps at right tackle (5.9 percent).
"He's been a good addition for us," Daboll said about Burns. "Good leadership, good player for us. Glad we got him."
Daboll added, "He's a difficult guy to block, good pass rusher and then not knowing the player, called some guys that have coached him in the past when we got him, I was excited we got him."
PREPARING FOR BRYCE YOUNG
Panthers head coach Dave Canales announced on Wednesday that quarterback Bryce Young would get his third consecutive start this weekend in Munich. Young had previously been benched for Andy Dalton, but a thumb injury suffered by the veteran opened the door for the second-year quarterback to reclaim the starting job (at least temporarily).
The Panthers went 2-14 with Young under center as a rookie last year, as he completed 59.8 percent of his passes for 2,877 yards, 11 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. His 2024 campaign got off to a similarly rough start, which led to his benching, but Young has looked a lot better over the last two weeks. In that span, he has completed 63.5 percent of his passes for 395 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions.
"I thought he was decisive, found ways to get the ball out of his hands, get it to their playmakers," defensive coordinator Shane Bowen said about Young's performance last week. "They've got really good catch and run guys. If they're able to get the ball in their hands in space, they're big, they're strong, they're fast, they're tough to bring down. So, utilizing that, I think their run game, they're doing a really good job running the football, especially on early downs. So just making sure they're going to have complements off of that to help him, to help everybody, to help the offense. So, we've got to make sure we do a good job on early downs and then hopefully we can make them uncomfortable and go from there."
Since entering the NFL last year, Young has been sacked a league-high 72 times and has generated the fewest EPA (-217.8) under pressure, although he showed an improvement in that area in last week's win over the Saints. Despite totaling zero sacks against the Commanders last week, the Giants still lead the league with 35 sacks. Getting pressure on the young quarterback will be key for the Giants, as Young has completed just 42.4 percent of his passes (14 of 33) when pressured this season.
"I think everyone's experience is different in their transition and what they were exposed to in college, and their experience in college and then their experience and situation in the NFL," Jones said about the Panthers' young quarterback. "Everyone's journey is a little bit different. I don't know Bryce great; I've met him a couple times and seems like a guy who works really hard and cares a lot about it. I'm sure he'll get going."
SCOUTING THE REST OF THE PANTHERS
Let's start with the offense, where the Panthers rank 29th in points and 30th in yards on the season, while their 15 turnovers are tied for the third-most. Carolina's also has the league's 29th-best third down offense and 31st-ranked fourth down offense. The Panthers have converted on 63.6 percent of their trips inside the red zone this season, the eighth-best mark in the NFL, although their 22 red zone attempts are tied for the fourth-fewest.
Running back Chuba Hubbard has enjoyed some success in the run game this year. He is averaging 5.0 yards per carry after gaining 665 yards on 133 attempts along with five touchdowns. The veteran has added 26 receptions for 108 yards and an additional score. The Panthers also appear likely to get Jonathon Brooks on the field for the first time this season. The rookie running back has been recovering from a torn ACL suffered last November while playing at Texas. Canales expressed optimism that the second-round pick would make his NFL debut in Munich this Sunday.
Following their trade of veteran wide receiver Diontae Johnson last week, the Panthers have emphasized a youth movement among their pass-catchers. Rookie wideout Xavier Legette leads the team's wide receivers with 26 receptions and four touchdowns, while his 244 receiving yards fall one short of rookie tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders for the most on the team. Legette has caught a touchdown pass in three of the last four games, while Sanders is coming off a season-high 87 receiving yards on four receptions. Undrafted rookie wide receiver Jalen Coker has also totaled six receptions for 114 yards and a touchdown over the last two weeks.
The Panthers' defense ranks last in the league in both points and yards allowed this year. As mentioned earlier in this article, their run defense has given up the most yards and touchdowns in the NFL. Their pass defense has been a bit better, ranking 25th in yards and 28th in touchdowns allowed through the air. Carolina also has the No. 32-ranked third down defense, while their red zone defense comes in at No. 28.
Outside linebacker Charles Harris leads the team with three sacks, while former Giants defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson is right behind him with two. As a team, the Panthers have totaled just 10 sacks through nine games, tied for the second-fewest in the NFL. Harris and Robinson have also combined for 10 of the Panthers' 25 quarterback hits.
The Panthers' secondary is fresh off one of its best outings of the season. Starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Michael Jackson both allowed zero receptions as the nearest defender in coverage in last week's win over the Saints. Horn, Jackson and safety Xavier Woods have accounted for the defense's three interceptions in 2024, while Horn and Jackson have a combined 16 passes defensed. The rest of the team has a total of 13 pass breakups.
View photos of the Giants on the practice field at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center.
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
S Tyler Nubin (31)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
G Jon Runyan Jr. (76)
Head Coach Brian Daboll
WR Malik Nabers (1)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
TE Chris Manhertz (85)
S/ILB Isaiah Simmons (19)
C John Michael Schmitz Jr. (61)
LB Matthew Adams (49)
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
CB Tre Hawkins III (37)
CB Deonte Banks (3)
S Anthony Johnson Jr. (23)
S Raheem Layne (43)
WR Kearis Jackson (81)
CB Adoree' Jackson (21)
TE Chris Manhertz (85)
S Anthony Johnson Jr. (23)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
CB Adoree' Jackson (21)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29)
QB Drew Lock (2)
CB Deonte Banks (3)
RB Eric Gray (20)
WR Kearis Jackson (81)
WR Isaiah Hodgins (18)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
QB Drew Lock (2)
WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette (87)
WR Kearis Jackson (81)
QB Tommy DeVito (15)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette (87)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
QB Daniel Jones (8)
WR Isaiah Hodgins (18)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
S Dane Belton (24)
WR Kearis Jackson (81)
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