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5 Takeaways From New York Giants’ Week 6 Loss

5 Takeaways From New York Giants' Week 6 Loss

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The New York Giants came into Sunday night's matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles confident as they rode a three-game winning streak into Lincoln Financial Field. Unfortunately, the Eagles were ready and dominated them in every phase of the game. The Giants will now have to learn from this tough loss and move on.

5. Giants' offensive line is still inconsistent

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5. Giants' offensive line is still inconsistent

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The Giants' offensive line looked like they reverted back to their preseason form after giving up eight sacks against the Eagles. The unit has a big test in the Dallas Cowboys next week as the team looks to rebound and get back above .500.

4. Tom Coughlin was outcoached

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4. Tom Coughlin was outcoached

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It really looked like Giants head coach Tom Coughlin and his staff had no idea what the Eagles were doing. Philly defensive coordinator Billy Davis had a perfect game plan for the Giants' new west coast offense by stuffing the run and then attacking quarterback Eli Manning.

3. Preston Parker will have to fill Victor Cruz's shoes

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3. Preston Parker will have to fill Victor Cruz's shoes

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After losing wide receiver Victor Cruz on Sunday night for the season to a torn patellar tendon, the Giants will need Preston Parker to step up going forward. The good news is that Parker has looked pretty good this season.

2. Antrel Rolle and the Giants' defense can only do so much

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2. Antrel Rolle and the Giants' defense can only do so much

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The Giants' defense isn't bad, but they need help from their offense. They're not a dominant group that can win games despite how bad their offense is at times because they're a lot more effective when playing with a lead.

1. Giants' pass rush needs to step up

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1. Giants' pass rush needs to step up

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We've seen flashes from the Giants' defensive line this season, but they're not consistently wreaking havoc on opposing quarterbacks the way they need to. It starts with Jason Pierre-Paul, who still isn't back to his 2011 form.

Paul Jackiewicz is an NFL writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @Paul_Jackiewicz, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

 

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