Giants could take huge steps to clinching the NFC East after return from bye week

Writer Scott Rogust argues that the New York Giants have an ideal opportunity to take control of the NFC East following their bye week. Despite navigating injuries to Jaxson Dart, Brian Burns, and Tremaine Edmunds, head coach John Harbaugh's team sits atop the division due to struggles and key injuries affecting their rivals, including Jalen Hurts being sidelined for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Rogust suggests New York could widen its divisional lead with upcoming matchups against the Eagles and Washington Commanders. The article also notes reports linking the Giants to Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the trade deadline, following an earlier unsuccessful bid by Harbaugh to acquire defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans.