New York Giants: 3 players who need to elevate their game in week 2 Vs Chicago

2.) Nick Gates

Nick Gates failed to cement the center position against the Pittsburgh Steelers in week one, but he was up against an All-Pro talent in Cameron Heyward. It was always a challenging task for him to begin with, but Gates did not display any positives in the contest. He was routinely pushed back and was caught lunging on many different occasions. He has to be patient and adapt to the position, as his aggressiveness ultimately cost him some reps.

For the Giants to get the running game going and protect Daniel Jones adequately, Gates must improve in week two against the Bears. It is another tough matchup, but their interior defensive line is not as strong as the Steelers’. While they do have Akiem Hicks and Brent Urban, he should have an easier time, with some luck. The baptism by fire he enjoyed against Heyward was a one-off, we hope.

By Alexander Wilson

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