Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) and linebacker Brian Burns (0) celebrate after Burns strip sacked Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (not pictured) during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
The New York Giants avoided the dreaded 0-3 start to the season thanks to a stabilizing 21-15 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon at Huntington Bank Field in Ohio.
The game could not have gotten off to a worse start for the Giants, but they were able to weather the storm and get up off the mat for a full four-quarter fight. Although it was far from pretty or easy, Big Blue managed to secure an upset victory and set the stage for an important Thursday night game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Here’s a look at the best and worst performers, courtesy of PFF , from the Week 3 win.
Top 5 offense
Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) makes a touchdown reception under coverage by Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) during the second quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
WR Malik Nabers (83.8)
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (73.7)
TE Daniel Bellinger (73.7)
OL John Michael Schmitz (67.0)
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (66.8)
Bottom 5 offense
CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 22: Quarterback Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants looks on against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
Top 5 defense
Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Giants linebacker Brian Burns (0) strip sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Bottom 5 defense
CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 22: Amari Cooper #2 of the Cleveland Browns catches a touchdown pass against Deonte Banks #3 of the New York Giants during the first quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Top 5 special teams
CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 22: Bryce Ford-Wheaton #88 of the New York Giants celebrates with teammates after a tackle against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
Bottom 5 special teams
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JUNE 06: Theo Johnson #47 of the New York Giants puts on his helmer during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Other notables
Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Giants running back Devin Singletary (26) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from win over Browns