A Major Blow for the Giants Ahead of Monday Night Football
The New York Giants just received a tough setback heading into their primetime matchup against the New England Patriots. While fans are excited to see rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart return after missing two games, the team will be without one of its defensive cornerstones — linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux.
Team insider Dan Salomone confirmed on X this Saturday that Thibodeaux has officially been ruled out for Week 13 with a shoulder injury. In his post, Salomone also detailed the latest game status updates:
Out:
– OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (Shoulder)
Questionable:
– CB Korie Black (Biceps)
– LB Swayze Bozeman (Hip)
– OLB Victor Dimukeje (Knee)
– LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (Neck/Knee)
Thibodeaux’s absence marks his third consecutive missed game, which is a major concern for a defense already struggling to keep up this season. What’s surprising is that, despite missing time, the former fifth overall pick still ranks among the team’s top defensive contributors — third in quarterback hits (nine), tackles for loss (five), and tied for third in sacks (2.5). That kind of production highlights how vital he remains to the Giants’ pass rush. Without him, the defense faces an even steeper climb.
But here’s where it gets interesting — or maybe even controversial. Despite the Giants sitting at the bottom of the NFC with a dismal 2–10 record and riding a six-game losing streak, some analysts are daring to predict a New York upset. Why? Because rookie Jaxson Dart is back under center, and the Patriots will be missing their own rookie left tackle, Will Campbell, who’s sidelined with a knee injury. Could this unusual set of circumstances be the perfect storm for a long-shot Giants revival?
It’s hard to ignore the contrast: New England has won nine straight and currently boasts the NFL’s best record, while the Giants, battling inconsistency and injuries, have been desperate for momentum. Yet in football, momentum can swing in unexpected directions — and Monday might just offer one of those surprising plot twists.
Question for fans: Is the Giants’ season truly beyond saving, or could this matchup against the league’s hottest team be the spark they’ve been waiting for? Drop your takes — is this the week the underdogs finally bite back?