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Giants Blow Late Lead in Kafka’s Interim Debut as Packers Win 27-20

A late red-zone interception after a blown lead underscored New York’s recurring failure to finish games.

Overview

  • The Packers flipped a 20-19 deficit with Jordan Love’s 17-yard touchdown to Christian Watson and a two-point conversion before Evan Williams intercepted Jameis Winston in the end zone with 36 seconds left.
  • Winston, starting for concussed rookie Jaxson Dart, went 19-for-29 for 201 yards with a fourth-quarter rushing score, and Jalin Hyatt publicly took responsibility for the game-ending pick.
  • New York leaned on the run with 142 rushing yards and three touchdowns, including two by Devin Singletary, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. logged 88 rushing yards and added receiving production.
  • Mike Kafka’s debut featured aggressive decisions on fourth down, with the Giants going for it four times in the second half and converting three.
  • The loss marked five straight defeats and a 2-9 record that ensures a third consecutive losing season, while edge rusher Brian Burns posted two sacks to reach a career-high 13 as Dart remains in concussion protocol with his status for Detroit uncertain.