Giants' Week 17 Loss Leaves Playoff Hopes in Jeopardy
Giants Fall 20-12 to Indianapolis Colts, Drop to 8-8
The New York Giants' playoff hopes took a major hit on Sunday afternoon, as they fell 20-12 to the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium. The loss dropped the Giants to 8-8 on the season, and they now need to win their final two games and get some help from other teams in order to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
Giants Offense Struggles Again
The Giants' offense has struggled mightily in recent weeks, and that continued on Sunday against the Colts. The Giants managed just 265 yards of total offense, and they were 0-for-12 on third down.
Quarterback Daniel Jones had a particularly tough day, as he was sacked four times and threw an interception. Running back Saquon Barkley was also held in check, as he rushed for just 28 yards on 13 carries.
Defense Keeps Giants in Game
The Giants' defense kept them in the game on Sunday, as they forced three turnovers and held the Colts to just 20 points. However, the defense couldn't make up for the Giants' offensive struggles.
Giants' Playoff Hopes Fading
The Giants' playoff hopes are now fading fast. They need to win their final two games against the Minnesota Vikings and the Philadelphia Eagles, and they need the Washington Commanders to lose at least one of their final two games. If the Giants don't get some help from other teams, their playoff drought will continue for at least another year.
Conclusion
The Giants' loss to the Colts was a major setback in their playoff hopes. The Giants now need to win their final two games and get some help from other teams in order to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016. The Giants' offense has struggled mightily in recent weeks, and that continued on Sunday against the Colts. The Giants managed just 265 yards of total offense, and they were 0-for-12 on third down. The Giants' defense kept them in the game on Sunday, as they forced three turnovers and held the Colts to just 20 points. However, the defense couldn't make up for the Giants' offensive struggles. The Giants' playoff hopes are now fading fast. They need to win their final two games against the Minnesota Vikings and the Philadelphia Eagles, and they need the Washington Commanders to lose at least one of their final two games. If the Giants don't get some help from other teams, their playoff drought will continue for at least another year.