Missed Opportunities and Mistakes Cost Giants in 17-7 Loss to Bengals
Game Recap
The New York Giants fell to the Cincinnati Bengals with a final score of 17-7, dropping their record to 2-4 on the year. Despite a strong defensive showing, the Giants’ offense was unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities, leaving them unable to move back to .500 on the season.
Early Scoring for the Bengals
The game began with a strong play by Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who scored a 47-yard touchdown on a scramble, his second third-down conversion run of the drive and longest rush of his career. This score set the tone for the early portion of the game.
Giants’ Offense Struggles
The Giants’ second drive of the game reached the Cincinnati 14-yard line, but quarterback Daniel Jones was hit by B.J. Hill while throwing a pass that was intercepted by Germaine Pratt. The Bengals took a 7-0 lead into halftime.
Giants Finally Score in Third Quarter
The Giants’ second drive of the third quarter was successful, as they converted on two fourth downs and Tyrone Tracy punched in a touchdown to finally get on the scoreboard. The score was set up by a key pass interference call against Bengals corner DJ Turner on Darius Slayton in the end zone.
Bengals Respond
The Bengals quickly responded, with a drive that reached the Giants’ 1-yard line. However, a holding call nullified a touchdown run by Chase Brown, forcing the ball back to the Giants’ 11-yard line. Dexter Lawrence then sacked Burrow for his seventh sack of the season, holding the Bengals to an Evan McPherson field goal, which gave them a 10-7 lead.
End of Game Missed Opportunities
The Giants had multiple opportunities to close the gap in the fourth quarter but were unable to capitalize. They missed a field goal attempt, then turned the ball over on downs on their next possession.
Final Score and Statistics
The final score was 17-7 in favor of the Bengals. Daniel Jones finished the game completing 22 of his 41 pass attempts for 205 yards with an interception. Darius Slayton led the team with 57 receiving yards on six receptions. Greg Joseph missed both of his field goal attempts. For the Bengals, Burrow completed 19 of his 28 passes for 208 yards and rushed for 55 yards and a touchdown.
Conclusion
The Giants’ struggles on offense continued, as they were unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities and fell to 2-4 on the season. The team will look to bounce back in their next game.
FAQs
- What was the final score in the game? 17-7 in favor of the Bengals.
- Who scored the touchdown for the Bengals in the first quarter? QB Joe Burrow on a 47-yard scramble.
- Who led the Giants in receiving yards? Darius Slayton with 57 yards on six receptions.
- How many field goals did the Giants miss? Two, both by Greg Joseph.
