East Rutherford, NJ
Aug 8, 2024
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In the opening game of their 2024 preseason, the New York Giants displayed defensive prowess against the Detroit Lions, securing a 14-3 victory at MetLife Stadium. The Lions initially drew first blood with a 53-yard field goal by Jake Bates, despite struggling offensively under quarterback Nate Sudfeld, who threw for only 96 yards and an interception in the first half. The Giants' defense excelled in crucial moments, achieving multiple fourth-and-goal stops to impede the Lions' attempts to score.
The offensive surge for the Giants began in the second quarter through Eric Gray, who registered two notable rushing touchdowns. His first, a spectacular 48-yard dash, showcased his athletic agility, followed by a short 1-yard plunge to extend the Giants' lead to 14-3. Quarterback Tommy DeVito, stepping in for an injured Drew Lock, effectively managed the Giants' drives, contributing vital passes that set the scene for Gray's scoring opportunities. The Giants held the Lions scoreless in the second half, with the defense staunchly denying any further advancement, notably capitalizing on Tre Herndon's interception in the red zone, ensuring the Lions could not threaten the scoreboard further.
Jake Bates (DET)
Bates nailed a 53-yard field goal to give Detroit its only score of the game, highlighting a brief moment of offensive hope.
Brandon Joseph (DET)
Joseph intercepted Drew Lock over the middle, returning it 20 yards to set up a scoring chance for the Lions.
Eric Gray (NYG)
Gray's 48-yard touchdown run was a masterful blend of vision and burst, turning a draw play into a game-changing score.
Eric Gray (NYG)
A 1-yard plunge from Gray capitalized on favorable field position and extended New York's lead, demonstrating his versatility in short-yardage situations.
Tre Herndon (NYG)
Herndon's interception on a Sudfeld pass at the goal line preserved the Giants' lead, quelling a late-second-quarter surge by the Lions.
Eric Gray (NYG, RB)
Showed explosiveness with 52 yards on four carries and added flexibility with four receptions for 46 yards, emerging as a key offensive figure.
Tommy DeVito (NYG, QB)
Stepped up following Drew Lock's injury, completing 8 of 15 passes for 92 yards, guiding crucial drives that led to both of Gray's touchdowns.
Dante Miller (NYG, RB)
Delivered 63 rushing yards on 12 carries in the second half, keeping pressure on the Lions' defense and running down the clock effectively.
Detroit Lions
3
0
0
0
3
New York Giants
0
14
0
0
14
