New York Giants coach Brian Daboll had a conversation with rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers after Nabers expressed his frustration following a 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Nabers questioned why he didn’t get targeted until the second half when the Giants were already down by a significant margin. Daboll acknowledged Nabers’ competitiveness and stated that he needs to do a better job of getting the ball in Nabers’ hands early in the game.
Nabers’ comments brought attention back to the coach, highlighting communication issues between players and coaching staff. Despite Nabers’ frustration, Daboll chose to keep the details of their conversations private. The Giants’ blowout loss to the Buccaneers raised questions about the team’s overall effort and performance, with some players questioning the level of commitment from everyone on the team.
The Giants recently benched and released quarterback Daniel Jones, starting Tommy DeVito in his place against the Buccaneers. DeVito took multiple hard hits during the game, raising concerns about his health and readiness to start in the upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys. Daboll expressed hope that DeVito will be ready to play despite the physical toll from the previous game.
The Giants’ struggles extend beyond the quarterback position, as evidenced by their sixth straight loss and being outgained significantly in yardage by the Buccaneers. Nabers emphasized that the team’s issues go beyond just the quarterback and pointed out the recurring theme of losing regardless of who is playing under center. The frustration within the team is palpable, with players like Nabers expressing weariness from the continuous losses and lack of a clear solution to turn things around.
As the Giants prepare to face the Cowboys on Thanksgiving, the spotlight is on their ability to address internal communication, effort, and performance on the field. Daboll’s emphasis on better utilization of players like Nabers and the team’s need to step up collectively to break the losing streak will be crucial in determining their success moving forward. Despite the challenges they face, the Giants remain hopeful for a turnaround and a more positive outcome in their upcoming games.
