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The NY Giants may need to change how they think about offense

The New York Giants are 3-1-1 despite the Week 2 season-ending injury to starting quarterback Jaxson Dart. That injury brought veteran Jameis Winston onto the field and he became the Giants’ full-time starting quarterback the next week against the Tennessee…

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 11:42 AM
The NY Giants may need to change how they think about offense
Key Things to Know
  • Chris Pflum argues that the New York Giants need to open up their offense and pass more often.
  • Veteran quarterback Jameis Winston has led the Giants to a 2-0-1 mark since replacing the injured Jaxson Dart.
  • The Giants' rushing attack has struggled, averaging only 3.49 yards per carry with zero touchdowns over three games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Big Blue View's Chris Pflum argues that the New York Giants must adjust their offensive philosophy to become less predictable and throw more. Following a season-ending injury to starting quarterback Jaxson Dart, veteran Jameis Winston took over under center, leading the Giants to a 3-1-1 record. However, Pflum notes that the offense has struggled significantly on the ground while leaning too heavily on predictable running formations.

According to Pflum, the Giants are hurting themselves by forcing a power running game that has averaged just 3.49 yards per carry over three games. He recommends that the coaching staff increase their neutral-down passing rate, make better use of versatile running back Tyrone Tracy, and use spread formations to create lighter boxes and open up the rushing attack.

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