The New York Giants fell to the Atlanta Falcons, 34-7, in Week 16 and the Giants Wire team grades reflect that performance.
The offense moved the ball well, the defense scored two touchdowns, and the team officially got back in the playoff hunt. There are numerous studs from Sunday’s 27-point win over the Giants, but one undeniable dud. Check out this week’s studs and duds below:
Atlanta kept pace with Tampa Bay as its playoff hopes remained alive, while the Giants (2-13) lost a franchise-record 10th straight game.
Michael Penix Jr. completed 18 of 27 passes for 202 yards in his first career start, helping the Atlanta Falcons post a 34-7 rout of the visiting New York Giants on Sunday.
The New York Giants have arrived at their final homestand of the season, and it won’t pass them by without one more underdog opening line from Vegas.
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michale Penix Jr. picked up the first win of his career on Sunday, 34-7 over the New York Giants. Penix had 207 passing yards.
The Falcons and the Giants play at 1 p.m. ET. Spread favorite: Falcons (-8.5) Atlanta owns a 4-1 record against New York in their last five matchups. In their last five head-to-head matchups, Atlanta has compiled 118 points versus New York, while surrendering only 84 points.
Check out our Falcons vs. Giants how to watch guide to learn when they play and what free live streams are available ahead of kickoff.
A spot in the playoffs remains possible in part because the Colts outlasted the Tennessee Titans, 38-30, last Sunday. Indy attempted only 11 passes but rushed for a franchise-record 355 yards. Jonathan Taylor led the attack with 218 yards rushing and 3 TDs.
The New York Giants will host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.The Colts head into the matchup after winning 38-30 over the Tennessee Titans in their last game on Dec. 22. The
On Monday Night Football the Packers became the ninth team to clinch a playoff berth this season, with five spots still to be earned. Here’s how the playoff picture looks heading into Week 17: 1. Detroit Lions (13-2): Clinched a playoff berth. 2. Philadelphia Eagles (12-3): Clinched a playoff berth.