NY Giants: Combination of Joe Judge, Patrick Graham proving dangerous

Nov 8, 2020; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants cornerback Isaac Yiadom (27) sacks Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) during the second quarter at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 8, 2020; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants cornerback Isaac Yiadom (27) sacks Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) during the second quarter at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
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The head coach and the defensive coordinator used confusion and disguises to create turnovers in Sunday’s win against Washington.

Even though the third coaching regime for the NY Giants since 2017 has started off this season 2-7, they carry an air of optimism.

Two key plays from Sunday’s win against the Washington Football Team show why fans, players, and the front office should keep the faith in head coach Joe Judge and defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.

Sunday’s win over the Washington Football Team was as much about coaching and scheme, as it was the players on the field. It wasn’t just Graham’s defense slamming the door on a pair of interceptions to seal the victory outside of the nation’s capitol, but Judge’s experience as a special teams coordinator paid immense dividends.

Here’s a look at two critical plays that powered Sunday’s the 23-20 victory.

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