Giants' Week 8 Loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers: Three Takeaways
1. Daniel Jones' Struggles Continue
Daniel Jones has been a major disappointment for the Giants this season, and his performance in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers was no exception. Jones completed just 19 of 35 passes for 192 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. He was also sacked five times and lost a fumble. Jones' struggles have been a major factor in the Giants' 2-6 record, and it's clear that he needs to improve if the team is going to turn things around.One of the biggest problems with Jones' performance is his accuracy. He has completed just 59.6% of his passes this season, which ranks 31st in the NFL. Jones also has a tendency to make poor decisions, as evidenced by his nine interceptions. If Jones wants to be a successful quarterback in the NFL, he needs to improve his accuracy and decision-making.
2. The Giants' Defense is Not Good Enough
The Giants' defense has been a major disappointment this season, and their performance against the Steelers was no exception. The Steelers scored 24 points on the Giants' defense, and they had over 400 yards of total offense. The Giants' defense has now allowed over 30 points in four of their eight games this season.One of the biggest problems with the Giants' defense is their pass rush. The Giants have just 14 sacks this season, which ranks 31st in the NFL. The Giants also have a tendency to give up big plays, as evidenced by their 10 plays allowed of 20 yards or more. If the Giants want to be a successful team, they need to improve their pass rush and their ability to stop big plays.
3. The Giants Need to Make Some Changes
The Giants are now 2-6 on the season, and they are in danger of missing the playoffs. If the Giants want to turn things around, they need to make some changes. One of the biggest changes that the Giants need to make is to find a way to get more production from their offense. The Giants have scored just 17.4 points per game this season, which ranks 29th in the NFL. The Giants also need to improve their defense, which has allowed 26.6 points per game this season.If the Giants can make some changes to their offense and defense, they may be able to turn things around and make a run at the playoffs. However, if the Giants continue to play like they have been, they will likely miss the playoffs for the sixth consecutive season.
