3.) The Giants missed Sterling Shepard
The wide receivers through six weeks were putrid, but the Giants gained back one of their more reliable threats in Sterling Shepard against the Eagles. He finished with six receptions for 59 yards and a score, showing off his red-zone efficiency and route running.
Without Shepard, quarterback Daniel Jones would’ve been in trouble more frequently, but he offered a fantastic outlet on numerous occasions. Back in his rookie season, Shepard hauled in eight touchdown passes, and losing him for the past four games has been significant in the category.
Leading up to week seven, the Giants only had three red-zone scores over the past five games, giving you an idea of how influential the loss of Sterling really was. Hopefully, he didn’t reinvigorate his injury (turf toe) and can continue gaining momentum with Jones under center.