The Giants' secondary, severely weakened by Deonte Banks' calf injury and other absences, was overwhelmed by the Rams, with Davante Adams exploiting the rookie cornerbacks for a massive performance.
The New York Giants deeply felt the absence of cornerback Deonte Banks, who was inactive due to a calf injury after a strong Week 1 return. With Banks sidelined and Paulson Adebo on injured reserve, the Giants were forced to start rookie Colton Hood opposite Greg Newsome II. This depleted secondary struggled immensely against the Rams, allowing Davante Adams to rack up 195 yards and two touchdowns in three quarters. Safety Jevón Holland attempted to compensate with an interception and two forced fumbles. The article also touches on other inactive players, Najee Harris's quiet Giants debut, Abdul Carter's first sack of the season, and a discussion about Brian Burns' past trade offers from the Rams versus his eventual acquisition by the Giants.
