New York Giants Summary
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The New York Giants are preparing for a crucial matchup against the New England Patriots on Monday Night Football. The Giants currently hold a dismal record of 2-10, while the Patriots stand at 10-2. The Giants will be led into this game by interim head coach Mike Kafka, who took over following the firing of Brian Daboll after the team's poor start to the season.
Kafka confirmed that Jaxson Dart will be the starting quarterback for the game against the Patriots. Dart, who had been sidelined due to a concussion, has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and is set to return to the lineup.
This will be a significant game for Dart as he tries to lead the Giants to an upset against the heavily favored Patriots. The Giants are also facing challenges on the defensive side, with All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence missing practice due to an elbow injury.
Despite this setback, Lawrence has a chance to play on Monday. In addition, the Giants have made a major change in their coaching staff, promoting Charlie Bullen to interim defensive coordinator after the firing of Shane Bowen.
Bullen will aim to revitalize a struggling defense that has faced criticism for allowing high scores, including a recent game where they lost a ten-point lead in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions.
The Giants' defense will need to step up significantly as they prepare to face a Patriots team that has been strong this season. Analysts are questioning how the Giants can pull off an upset, but they are focusing on the need for a strong offensive performance led by Dart.
The matchup holds significance not just for this season but for the future of the Giants as they look for a turnaround in their franchise's fortunes. As the game approaches, both teams are gearing up for a historic rivalry matchup, with the Giants looking to capitalize on any weaknesses in the Patriots' game plan.
This game will conclude NFL Week 13, and all eyes will be on New England as the Giants aim to break their losing streak and gain some momentum heading into the rest of the season.