Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll's decision to pass on first-round quarterbacks in the draft is now under scrutiny as Michael Penix Jr. prepares for his first NFL start with the Atlanta Falcons against the struggling New York Giants. The Giants, sitting at 2-12, face the possibility of a 10th consecutive loss, further complicating Schoen and Daboll's future.

Despite their choice of wide receiver Malik Nabers at No. 6 overall, the Giants' offense has struggled, averaging just 14.9 points per game. Meanwhile, the Falcons, despite their own issues, have opened as favorites for the matchup.

The New York Giants faced a disappointing 27-20 defeat against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving, marking their elimination from playoff contention and pushing their losses to double digits this season.

Key mistakes, including two turnovers leading to 14 points for the Cowboys and a lack of efficiency on third downs, plagued the Giants. The offensive line struggled significantly, allowing six sacks while the defense failed to record any sacks.

Despite some bright spots, such as effective red-zone performance and a few standout plays, the Giants' discipline issues and missed tackles continue to hinder their progress.