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NY Giants studs and duds vs. Eagles: Evan Engram hits rock bottom

By Matt Lombardo

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 22: Evan Engram #88 of the New York Giants comes off the field during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on October 22, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 22: Evan Engram #88 of the New York Giants comes off the field during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on October 22, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images) /
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Oct 22, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) runs for an 80 yard gain in front of tight end Evan Engram (88) Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Nickell Robey-Coleman (31) during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 22, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) runs for an 80 yard gain in front of tight end Evan Engram (88) Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Nickell Robey-Coleman (31) during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

QB Daniel Jones – STUD

In a lot of ways, Daniel Jones looked like he came of age as a quarterback in a hostile environment and arguably the biggest game of his young NFL career.

Jones, after the Giants’ defense slammed the door on Wentz and the Eagles at the two-yard line, orchestrated a methodical 15-play, 97 yard drive that he capped with a seven-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Sterling Shepard. On the possession, which lifted the Giants to a 21-10 lead, Jones completed 7-of-9 passing attempts and looked every bit the part of a franchise quarterback.

Beyond his poise under pressure in a big spot, Jones continued to flash his athleticism, once again leading the Giants with 90 rushing yards, including an 80 yard run that would have been for a touchdown had the 15-yard line not jumped up and made the tackle.

The Giants didn’t get the result they hopped on the train to Philadelphia in search of, but Jones’ performance, 20-of-30 passing for 187 yards with two touchdown passes, and one interception, has to inspire confidence.

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