The New York Giants Thursday night game against the Philadelphia Eagles marks the beginning of a brutal stretch in a brutal schedule for the Giants.

Over the next 17 days, the Giants will have games against the 4-1 Eagles, 3-2 Denver Broncos, and then another game against the 4-1 Eagles. The Giants, meanwhile, are coming off of a painful collapse against the (formerly winless) New Orleans Saints which saw New York’s play go from dominant to disastrous in the span of a quarter.

That game also saw wide receiver Darius Slayton get knocked out with a hamstring injury, adding to the concerns created by Malik Nabers’ torn ACL. Slayton is not expected to play Thursday night.

That means that if the Giants want a prayer of upsetting the Eagles, their defense will have to lead the way.

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