New York Giants drop Jets, 31-12
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Led by rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, the New York Giants lit up the skies and the Jets in a 31-12 victory to close out Week 2 of the preseason.
Overall, the Jets quarterbacks finished with a 51.3% completion percentage, with one turnover-worthy play and three dropped passes. The quarterbacks were also under pressure seven times throughout, which was a solid showing by the Giants' defensive backs.
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Jets Wire on MSNEvery highlight for New York Jets QB Justin Fields vs. the Giants (video)
It was certainly not a memorable outing for New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields in his team's second preseason outing against the Giants. FIelds' stat line was ugly and despite playing in two series as opposed to one like the Jets' preseason opener,
Justin Fields and the New York Jets' passing offense struggled against the Giants. Fields, who signed a two-year, $40 million deal to replace Aaron Rodgers, completed just one of five passes for 4 yards in the Jets' 31-12 preseason loss Saturday night.
Jaxson Dart and the New York Giants looked dominant during Saturday’s preseason matchup against the New York Jets, as the rookie quarterback continues to build his case as a potential cornerstone for the franchise’s future.
For the Giants, the game marked the MetLife debut of rookies Jaxson Dart and Abdul Carter, the two big pillars of promise on the team. Also, Wilson, who won a Super Bowl in this building, took his first snaps for the Giants here.
Jaxson Dart took another step Saturday night toward grabbing the Giants’ starting quarterback job if Russell Wilson falters early this regular season.
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USA TODAY Touchdown Wire on MSNWho did Jets coach Aaron Glenn praise despite blowout loss vs. the Giants?
The Jets were not the preseason kings of New York this offseason but it wasn't all bad, according to head coach Aaron Glenn, despite the outcome. The Giants took a 31-12 win and yes, it was mostly bad for the Jets.