The New York Giants honored Eli Manning among their 100 greatest players, amidst a disappointing season. Manning, who retired in 2019, faced challenges under coach Pat Shurmur, leading to Daniel Jones stepping in as quarterback. Despite initial promise, Jones has struggled to perform consistently, particularly under pressure, raising questions about his future with the team.

The handling of the punt returner situation following Gunner Olszewski's injury also faced scrutiny as Darius Slayton was untested in that role. Additionally, Giants' coach Brian Daboll's strategy of limiting starters in preseason raised concerns about readiness for the regular season.