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Giants Fall 12-7 Against New York - Game Recap
The Giants came up short against the Jets in Pre-Season Week 1 action on Saturday, falling 12-7 at MetLife Stadium.
The Jets were a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 33.5.
Ty Johnson rushed for 33 yards, while La'Mical Perine added 30 yards in the win. Denzel Mims and Vyncint Smith added 51 and 39 receiving yards respectively.
Sandro Platzgummer rushed for 51 yards for New York, while Corey Clement added 32 yards. Clayton Thorson threw for 72 yards for the Giants, while receivers David Sills and Damion Willis had 49 and 21 yards respectively.
New York outgained New York 316-163 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 21-11 by the Jets.
New York lost the time of possession battle 39:49-20:11, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
New York heads into a Pre-Season Week 2 battle against the Browns. New York, meanwhile, will have their next action against Green Bay.