Didn't mean to attack you R9. It was meant more so for the general doom and gloom hovering over many Giants fans, which is certainly understandable. Going on no sleep so probably a bit cranky.
I actually agree with Engram getting a td or two, even if it seems like a stretch with how he's looked so far. I'm sure Garrett will try to get him involved in a variety of ways. It seems like he may not be comfortable with the new playbook yet which hopefully, is why he's not playing nearly as fast as he should be with his AA.
Anyway, here's my prediction: Giants 27, Niners 24.
Don't like predicting stats but...
- Jones takes care of the ball and Freeman (while having a limited package) helps get the tough yards on short yardage situations to keep the chains moving.
- Time of possesion will be huge this game with the 49ers likely to play more conservative with all of their injuries.
- Peppers gets some nice returns to help with field position and we win the special teams battle.
- Defense shuts down their running game while forcing Mullens into a few mistakes.
NYG running game is due for a big game or at least a respectable game.
NYG Defense has some liabilities, but it's good enough to contain the depleted 9ers offense.
Could see special teams play or turnovers being the difference in this one It's time NYG caught a break and this just feels like the right game for it. (9ers 2nd east coast trip road game in a row and all banged up).
Even a banged up 49er defense can stop this banged up Giant's offense.
Engram leading receiver for Giants.
Jones cuts TOs in half.
Giants touted interior line fails in another chance to stop run.
Giants RBs improve production with less attention by SF on stopping run.
It’s close but this is the NFC Champ playing against one of the worst teams in the NFL. Three predictions:
-DJ8 with three turnovers
-Big Blue offense held to under 200 yards total offense
-Giants special teams make a play for a touchdown. (Might be a Peppers return for TD, could be a blocked punt for TD, kick return to the house, but specials for the TD)
they still have talent. They are certainly injury riddled but the Giants have been hit with as many over the last few years at times. I don't hear people giving those Giants teams any breaks.
this one. In fact, I think in a very weird fashion the loss of Barkley will open things up for others and with no one target a focus by the defense, we have options galore.
Giants 31 49ers 16
Jones goes for 325 yds and 3 TDS with EE and Kaden Smith getting 2 of them and Slayton the other.
Pain. Or more of the same in GiantLand. Until Jones proves he's not a turnover machine, this team won't win anything. 27-10, SanFran - two more turnovers from Jones.
Would love to predict a Giants win, but this team - right now, as is -
seems to have several steps until they get on a similar page. Some of the pieces are there, but some are not. Tough to say if replacement pieces will help, or if things will just stagnate until more talent eventually arrives.
I keep hearing and reading about how the Niners are a JV team this week. I know they're decimated in key spots, but I don't buy that they're going to roll over.
Would be great to get a win. Nice to feel that. But more likely is a close loss, with more heartbreaking what-ifs.
There's no way I'd pick the Giants normally - but SF might be the most injured team in football right now. Not only did they lose a lot of players, they lost really good ones - like Bosa.
They are beat up. Badly. And they've been whining about the MetLife turf all week.
I'm going to say the Giants will actually manage a win here. If they don't, I doubt I will pick them to win another game all season.
On offense they take advantage of the depleted depth on the niners DL and stick with the run. 30 caries 120 yds. Jones has zero turnovers and excels in play action.
Defense commits to stopping the run and puts the game in Mullins hands. Holds the niners to just over 100 yards on the ground.
Niners will force Jones to throw into tight coverage. They will double Slayton, one one one with Tate and 7 in the box. Bunch of blitzing because of still shaky OL.
Giants have no weapons but a run defense that will get worn as the game goes on.
I actually agree with Engram getting a td or two, even if it seems like a stretch with how he's looked so far. I'm sure Garrett will try to get him involved in a variety of ways. It seems like he may not be comfortable with the new playbook yet which hopefully, is why he's not playing nearly as fast as he should be with his AA.
Anyway, here's my prediction: Giants 27, Niners 24.
Don't like predicting stats but...
- Jones takes care of the ball and Freeman (while having a limited package) helps get the tough yards on short yardage situations to keep the chains moving.
- Time of possesion will be huge this game with the 49ers likely to play more conservative with all of their injuries.
- Peppers gets some nice returns to help with field position and we win the special teams battle.
- Defense shuts down their running game while forcing Mullens into a few mistakes.
Big Blue rolls
SF 27
NYG 16
NYG Defense has some liabilities, but it's good enough to contain the depleted 9ers offense.
Could see special teams play or turnovers being the difference in this one It's time NYG caught a break and this just feels like the right game for it. (9ers 2nd east coast trip road game in a row and all banged up).
Engram leading receiver for Giants.
Jones cuts TOs in half.
Giants touted interior line fails in another chance to stop run.
Giants RBs improve production with less attention by SF on stopping run.
9ers 16
I think NYG runs Jones a lot more which works. Zone reads and he also just stops sitting in the pocket for so long.
I dont think the Giants can stop the running attack, the OL is strong even with Mostert out.
Niners - 28
Giants - 16
-DJ8 with three turnovers
-Big Blue offense held to under 200 yards total offense
-Giants special teams make a play for a touchdown. (Might be a Peppers return for TD, could be a blocked punt for TD, kick return to the house, but specials for the TD)
Big Blue rolls
Hey weren't most of the ACTUAL 49ers Miners anyway?! I like it!
Gonna be a tough low scoring affair, 14 - 12.
Until we actually win, I'm not taking us.
Giants 13-6.
Giants 31 49ers 16
Jones goes for 325 yds and 3 TDS with EE and Kaden Smith getting 2 of them and Slayton the other.
Carter with 2.5 sacks and a strip fumble.
I keep hearing and reading about how the Niners are a JV team this week. I know they're decimated in key spots, but I don't buy that they're going to roll over.
Would be great to get a win. Nice to feel that. But more likely is a close loss, with more heartbreaking what-ifs.
49ers 27
Giants 23
Jones controls pace of the game, no pressure on him, Giants use the short pass as their running game..
Slayton beats niners deep..
30-10 gmen
Wrong! He hits the GW FG, but there’s a false start penalty on us and he misses the ensuing FG attempt
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one of the ugliest and sloppiest games this week. Gano hits a 40 yarder in the waning seconds to win 17-16
Wrong! He hits the GW FG, but there’s a false start penalty on us and he misses the ensuing FG attempt
You pessimistic murderer!!!
They are beat up. Badly. And they've been whining about the MetLife turf all week.
I'm going to say the Giants will actually manage a win here. If they don't, I doubt I will pick them to win another game all season.
NYG 28, SF 20.
Giants 31 - SF 17
Jones goes nuts - 300 yds, 3 TDs , 75% completions
Slayton - 100 yds, 2 TDS
Lewis - 100 total yds, 1 TD
- DJ throws 2 TD passes - No turnovers
- Dion Lewis has 7 catches for 100+ out of the backfield
- Slayton and Engram TD's
- Defense forces 2 turnovers
On offense they take advantage of the depleted depth on the niners DL and stick with the run. 30 caries 120 yds. Jones has zero turnovers and excels in play action.
Defense commits to stopping the run and puts the game in Mullins hands. Holds the niners to just over 100 yards on the ground.
Niners will force Jones to throw into tight coverage. They will double Slayton, one one one with Tate and 7 in the box. Bunch of blitzing because of still shaky OL.
Giants have no weapons but a run defense that will get worn as the game goes on.
I can see a 2 INT game for Jones..
SF 19
Giants with two turnovers. 230 total yards. 1-3 in the red zone.
God I hope I'm wrong. I'm just looking at history as a guide.
:dunno: