The New York Giants defeated the New England patriots 24-21 in a thrilling Monday Night Football matchup at MetLife Stadium on November 27, 2023. A late-game drive orchestrated by Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito sealed the victory,marking a critically important upset against the visiting Patriots.
This contest carried weight for both franchises navigating challenging seasons. The giants, aiming to build momentum under a new quarterback, secured a crucial win against a fellow AFC contender. For the Patriots, the loss further complicates their playoff aspirations and intensifies scrutiny surrounding their offensive performance. The outcome impacts the AFC playoff picture and raises questions about the Patriots’ ability to compete in a competitive conference.
The game began with a strong offensive showing from New England, as quarterback Mac Jones connected with tight end Hunter Henry for a 2-yard touchdown in the first quarter. New York responded with a methodical drive capped off by a Saquon Barkley 2-yard rushing touchdown, tying the game.
The second quarter saw both teams exchange field goals, maintaining the 10-10 deadlock. Before halftime, Jones found JuJu Smith-Schuster for a 22-yard touchdown, giving the Patriots a 17-10 lead.
The Giants emerged from the break with renewed energy. DeVito led a sustained drive, culminating in a 19-yard touchdown pass to Darius Slayton, tying the score once more. A Giants field goal in the fourth quarter gave them a 20-17 advantage.
New England answered with a touchdown drive of their own, as Jones connected with Mike Gesicki for a 4-yard score, regaining a 21-20 lead. However, DeVito engineered a final drive for the Giants, highlighted by key completions and a crucial pass interference penalty, setting up a game-winning 16-yard touchdown pass to Wan’dale Robinson with just 1 minute and 35 seconds remaining.
DeVito finished the game with 191 passing yards and three touchdowns,showcasing his poise and command of the Giants offense. Barkley rushed for 83 yards. For the Patriots, Jones threw for 202 yards and two touchdowns.
The Giants (5-6) will look to continue their winning streak next week against the Washington Commanders. The Patriots (2-9) will return home to face the Los Angeles Chargers, seeking to address their offensive struggles and salvage their season.
