New York Giants Rival Loses Starting Quarterback For Rest Of 2018 Season

Dec 9, 2018; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

While the New York Giants won’t be facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles for the remainder of the season, the rivaling NFC East team will be struggling to stay afloat in the Wild Card race.

Starting quarterback for the Eagles, Carson Wentz, is dealing with a back injury that will force him out next week and likely for the remainder of the season. Having Nick Foles, the 2017 Super Bowl MVP sitting behind him in case of injury, the Eagles will remain competitive to some degree, and their playoff hopes still see a glimpse of light at the end of the tunnel.

The Giants need the Eagles to lose two of the next three games. They will play the Rams, Texans, and Redskins in order. Without Wentz, it’s looking more likely that it’s a possibility the once 1-7 Giants can get a bit closer to a Wild Card playoff berth.

Eli Manning will have to be at the top of his game, as he’s led the Giants’ offense to three 30 point games in his last four starts. Moving forward, the offense will likely lean on Saquon Barkley to provide the boost needed to win-out with several tough matchups coming up in the Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, and Dallas Cowboys.