TOM CANAVAN

AP Sports Writer
New York Giants rookie guard Jake Kubas sits in the locker room after NFL football practice, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. Kubas made the roster as an undrafted free agent from North Dakota State and is now starting at right guard for the Giants. (AP Photo/Tom Canavan)
Jake Kubas has gone from undrafted free agent to starting guard for the Giants
Signed as an undrafted free agent out of North Dakota State in May, guard Jake Kubas became a major training camp surprise for the New York Giants. And now he’s a starter. It took a while.
 
New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) celebrates with Malik Nabers (1) after Robinson scored a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Coming off stellar game, Malik Nabers needs 4 catches for the Giants’ single-season mark
While the New York Giants season has been a major disappointment, receiver Malik Nabers has lived up to the hype.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) gets past Indianapolis Colts linebacker E.J. Speed (45) to score a touchdown on a 5-yard run in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Winning for the Giants was worth the cost of losing control of the No. 1 overall draft pick
This isn’t the year for New York Giants fans to be upset about losing control of the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft. There may not be a franchise quarterback waiting to be selected on April 24 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
 
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco (15) is sacked and fumbles the ball to end the Colts' final drive in the fourth quarter of a 45-33 loss to the New York Giants in an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Playing without Anthony Richardson, the Colts lose to the Giants and have their playoff hopes end
The Indianapolis Colts had everything to play for against the New York Giants in the penultimate game of the regular season.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) gets past Indianapolis Colts linebacker E.J. Speed (45) to score a touchdown on a 5-yard run in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Giants topple Colts 45-33 to eliminate Indy from the playoff race
The New York Giants snapped a franchise-record 10-game losing streak and ended the Indianapolis Colts’ slim playoff hopes Sunday as Drew Lock threw four touchdown passes and ran for another in a 45-33 victory.
 
New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll speaks during a news condference after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
The hapless Giants will have one last chance to win at home when the Colts visit Sunday
For a team with a 2-13 record and the current hold on the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft, the New York Giants are as motivated to win Sunday as the Indianapolis Colts, who are fighting for a winning season and possible playoff berth.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Arnold Ebiketie (17) in the first half of an NFL football game in Atlanta, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Drew Lock likely to start at QB for the Giants against the Colts on Sunday
Drew Lock is likely going to start at quarterback for the New York Giants against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday when they try to end a franchise-record 10-game losing streak.
 
New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll speaks during a news condference after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Giants’ 10th straight loss showed once again that they need a young QB
If the Giants’ franchise-record 10th straight loss proved anything, it’s that New York could use a young franchise quarterback. Rookie Michael Penix Jr. showed what a young QB can do on Sunday against the Giants, who need to learn from it.
 
New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) reacts after scoring a goal against the New York Rangers during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Jack Hughes scores twice, Markstrom posts second straight shutout as Devils beat Rangers, 5-0
Jack Hughes had his second two-goal game of the season against the New York Rangers and Jacob Markstrom had his second straight 12-save shutout to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 5-0 victory.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) passes against the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Drew Lock is expected back at QB when the Giants face the Falcons
After sitting out a game with a heel injury, Drew Lock is expected back at quarterback when the New York Giants face the Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday.
 
Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) intercepts a pass intended for New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) defended by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Desmond King II (35) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
After 9 straight losses, the Giants are on the verge of a franchise record for futility
The New York Giants and co-owner John Mara probably learned a couple of things in tying their franchise record with a ninth straight loss Sunday. The first is fans are unhappy and rightly so.
 
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devontez Walker (81) is congratulated by quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) after catching a touchdown pass against the New York Giants during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jackson throws 5 TD passes and Ravens send Giants to franchise record-tying 9th straight loss, 35-14
Lamar Jackson tied his career high by throwing five touchdown passes in a near-perfect performance that led the Baltimore Ravens to a 35-14 victory over the New York Giants.
 
A plan pulls a banner, directed at New York Giants owner John Mara, over Met Life Stadium before an NFL football game between the New York Giants and the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Giants owner John Mara gets another aerial message trashing his team before loss to Ravens
New York Giants co-owner John Mara received another aerial message trashing his woeful team before Sunday’s 35-14 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
 
Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson (16) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the New Jersey Devils during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Jack Hughes helps the Devils rally for a 4-1 victory over the Blackhawks
Jack Hughes scored his 13th goal during a big third period for New Jersey, helping the Devils beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1. Dawson Mercer and Timo Meier each had a goal and an assist as the Devils improved to 7-3-1 in their last 11 games.
 
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson throws a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Rested Ravens are a big favorite over struggling Giants, who are mired in an 8-game losing streak
The Baltimore Ravens are doing their best to avoid all the speculation that their game against the struggling New York Giants is going to be a blowout.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) reacts during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Drew Lock has a heel injury so Tommy DeVito may start at QB for Giants vs. Ravens
With Drew Lock in a walking boot with a heel injury, the New York Giants may have Tommy DeVito back at quarterback Sunday when they try to break an eight-game losing streak in a game against the Baltimore Ravens.
 
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) sits on the bench after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Giants owners face a decision on how to mollify frustrated fans
The New York Giants extended their losing streak to eight games Sunday with a 14-11 setback to the New Orleans Saints. There was a new element to the skid.
 
New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (90) and safety Jordan Howden (31) celebrate after the New York Giants missed a field goal late in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Bresee blocks potential tying FG and Saints hold on to beat Giants 14-11 after Carr is injured
Bryan Bresee leaped over the Giants’ line to block a potential tying field goal with 11 seconds left, and the New Orleans Saints held on for a 14-11 victory over New York after losing quarterback Derek Carr to an injury late in the fourth quarter.
 
New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) walks off the field after an injury during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Saints QB Derek Carr injures left hand on dive in 4th quarter of win over Giants
New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr injured his left hand late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 14-11 victory over the New York Giants when he went airborne while trying for a first down and crashed to the turf.
 
New York Giants owner John Mara watches his team practice prior to an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday Oct. 15, 2023. (AP Photo/ Jeffrey T. Barnes, File)
Plane circles MetLife Stadium with message to co-owner John Mara to fix the Giants’ ‘dumpster fire’
A small plane circled MetLife Stadium roughly 90 minutes before New York hosted the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, urging Giants co-owner John Mara to overhaul a team that has made the playoffs twice since winning the Super Bowl in February 2012.
 
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland (26) during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Jerome Miron)
Giants rookie WR Malik Nabers has a hip flexor injury and his status for Saints is uncertain
New York Giants leading receiver Malik Nabers sustained a hip injury in practice and his status for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints is uncertain.
 
New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi answers questions after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Darren Rizzi is returning to New Jersey, looking to keep Saints coaching job and extend Giants’ woes
When the Saints visit MetLife Stadium to face the New York Giants on Sunday it’s going to be a homecoming for New Orleans interim head coach Darren Rizzi.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) celebrates after running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) scored a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Drew Lock will start at QB for Giants against Saints
With Tommy DeVito still dealing with a sore forearm, Drew Lock will make his second straight start at quarterback for the Giants when New York plays host to New Orleans on Sunday.
 
New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) attends a news conference after a practice session in Munich, Germany, Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. The New York Giants are set to play the Carolina Panthers in an NFL game at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Sunday. (AP Photo/Lennart Preiss)
Giants place Dexter Lawrence on injured reserve
The New York Giants defense is going to have to learn to adjust to life without Pro Bowl tackle Dexter Lawrence.
 
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) celebrates after running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) scored a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Giants coach Brian Daboll not worried about his job because it’s out of his control
It makes no sense for coach Brian Daboll to worry about his job status with the New York Giants. The Giants (2-10) are riding a seven-game losing streak and became the first team to be eliminated from playoff contention this season with a 27-20 loss to the Dallas Cowboys (5-7) on Thanksgiving.
 
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) attends a news conference after a practice session in Munich, Germany, Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. The New York Giants are set to play the Carolina Panthers in an NFL game at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Sunday. (AP Photo/Lennart Preiss)
Malik Nabers says calling the Giants ‘soft’ was wrong but he doesn’t regret speaking out
Malik Nabers says calling the New York Giants “soft” after Sunday’s embarrassing loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was a mistake. But the star rookie receiver still plans to speak out when he thinks it’s necessary.
 
New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) reacts after getting shaken up after a tackle during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Giants QB Tommy DeVito has a sore throwing arm after loss to Bucs
New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito came out of his first start of the season with a sore throwing arm and his status for Thursday’s game against the Cowboys in Dallas is uncertain.
 
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) meet after an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
The Giants were a no-show against the Bucs after releasing quarterback Daniel Jones
The New York Giants’ front office sent a message that it doesn’t care about winning this season by releasing quarterback Daniel Jones. Although the Giants’ offense has struggled, Jones was the best quarterback on the roster.
 
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Calijah Kancey (94) hits New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) after a pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New QB Tommy DeVito can’t spark the Giants and gets trolled by Baker Mayfield
Tommy DeVito didn’t change the New York Giants’ fortunes after taking over at quarterback for the released Daniel Jones.
 
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) celebrates his touchdown run against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Baker Mayfield mocks Tommy DeVito’s celebration as the Bucs embarrass the Giants 30-7
Baker Mayfield catapulted into the end zone on a spectacular 10-yard scramble for one of Tampa Bay’s four rushing touchdowns, and the Buccaneers beat the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito 30-7.
 
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