Giants PFF grades: Best and worst performers from win vs. Lions
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Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (13) gains yards after catch as Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (15) pursues at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Giants improved to 1-0 on the preseason following a 14-3 victory over the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium in Week 1 -- a game they were never in danger of losing.
Although most starters didn't play for either side, the Giants looked vastly improved from a year ago, especially along the offensive line, which largely impressed and surprised.
Here's a look at the best and worst performers, courtesy of PFF, from the Week 1 preseason win.
Top 5 offense
Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) carries the ball during the first half against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Bottom 5 offense
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 8: Drew Lock #2 of the New York Giants throws a pass during warmups for their preseason game against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium on August 8, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Getty Images)
Top 5 defense
Jul 24, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Darius Muasau (53) participates in drills during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Bottom 5 defense
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 08: Jalon Calhoun #80 of the Detroit Lions runs with the ball while Christian Holmes #35 of the New York Giants attempts to tackle him during the second half of a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 8, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Getty Images)
Top 5 special teams
Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Miles Boykin (81) tackles Detroit Lions wide receiver Maurice Alexander (1) during a punt return at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Rausenberger-USA TODAY Sports
Bottom 5 special teams
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 01: Isaiah Hodgins #18 of the New York Giants reacts to a downed ball against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at MetLife Stadium on January 01, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Vincent Alban/Getty Images)
Other notables
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Dante Miller #25 of the New York Giants participates in drills during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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