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Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from loss vs. Jets

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Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from loss vs. Jets

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (87) is tackled by New York Jets cornerback Kendall Sheffield (27) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Giants closed out the 2024 preseason with a 1-2 record following a 10-6 Saturday night loss to the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

It was an ugly showing for the Giants, particularly on offense, and inspired little confidence in the team’s depth. Compounding matters, several players left the game injured, including offensive linemen John Michael Schmitz and Evan Neal.

“These guys just played hard, the guys that played. I respect what they did. A lot of them competed (for) 60 minutes. Some played a ton of plays and I appreciate those guys’ effort,” head coach Brian Daboll said after the game.

Here’s a look at the best and worst performers, courtesy of PFF, from the Week 3 preseason loss.

Top 5 offense

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (87) fights for yards a s New York Jets running back Xazavian Valladay (35) pursues during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (87) fights for yards a s New York Jets running back Xazavian Valladay (35) pursues during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (87) fights for yards a s New York Jets running back Xazavian Valladay (35) pursues during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Bottom 5 offense

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants guard Jalen Mayfield (62) is carted off the field after an injury during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants guard Jalen Mayfield (62) is carted off the field after an injury during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants guard Jalen Mayfield (62) is carted off the field after an injury during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Top 5 defense

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) sacks New York Jets quarterback Adrain Martinez (15) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) sacks New York Jets quarterback Adrain Martinez (15) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) sacks New York Jets quarterback Adrain Martinez (15) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Bottom 5 defense

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Casey Rogers (91) tackles New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (25) with help from a host of teammates during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Casey Rogers (91) tackles New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (25) with help from a host of teammates during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Casey Rogers (91) tackles New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (25) with help from a host of teammates during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Top 5 special teams

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) reacts to his sack with teammate linebacker Boogie Basham (55) against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) reacts to his sack with teammate linebacker Boogie Basham (55) against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Tomon Fox (45) reacts to his sack with teammate linebacker Boogie Basham (55) against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Bottom 5 special teams

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Joshua Kelley (23) runs with the ball against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Joshua Kelley (23) runs with the ball against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Joshua Kelley (23) runs with the ball against the New York Jets during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Other notables

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets defensive back Nehemiah Shelton (38) breaks up a pass intend for New York Giants wide receiver John Jiles (0) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY SportsAug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets defensive back Nehemiah Shelton (38) breaks up a pass intend for New York Giants wide receiver John Jiles (0) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets defensive back Nehemiah Shelton (38) breaks up a pass intend for New York Giants wide receiver John Jiles (0) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

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