Nfl Week 8 Injury Report Statuses For Giants At Steelers On Monday Night Football

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NFL Week 8 Injury Report: Statuses for Giants at Steelers on Monday Night Football
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NFL Week 8 Injury Report: Statuses for Giants at Steelers on Monday Night Football

Giants

The Giants will be without several key players on Monday Night Football against the Steelers. Starting quarterback Daniel Jones (ankle) and running back Saquon Barkley (knee) have both been ruled out. Wide receiver Kenny Golladay (knee) and tight end Evan Engram (calf) are also out.

The Giants will start backup quarterback Mike Glennon in place of Jones. Glennon has started two games for the Giants this season, completing 56.5% of his passes for 387 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.

Steelers

The Steelers will also be without some key players on Monday Night Football. Cornerback Joe Haden (foot) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (knee) have both been ruled out.

The Steelers will start James Pierre in place of Haden. Pierre has started three games for the Steelers this season, recording six tackles and one pass breakup.

Injury Impact

The injuries to Jones and Barkley are a major blow to the Giants' offense. Jones is the team's leading passer, while Barkley is the team's leading rusher and receiver.

The injuries to Haden and Tuitt are also significant for the Steelers' defense. Haden is one of the team's best cornerbacks, while Tuitt is one of the team's best pass rushers.

Outlook

The Giants are now a significant underdog against the Steelers. The Steelers are a 7-point favorite at home.

The Giants will need to play their best game of the season to have a chance to win. The Steelers are a tough opponent, even without Haden and Tuitt.