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Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson delivered harsh criticism of his unit after the team recorded 18 missed tackles against the Saints, according to Next Gen Stats.
Wilson said the effort running to the ball displeased him and told players such sloppiness was not characteristic of the defense. He confronted players in meetings and showed them film of the miscues. Wilson labeled those who fail to run to the ball traitors to the defense, warning that options for such players include removal from the field, replacement, or behavioral correction.
Wilson deemed last week's effort unacceptable as the Giants prepare to face the Texans, who have scored 90 points over the last three weeks. The Giants risk a third consecutive week without victory.
Rookie J.J. McCarthy will make his first start as a Giant against the Texans. McCarthy entered against the Saints in the fourth quarter and nearly sparked a comeback.
Source: ProFootballTalk - Fri Oct 23, 8:53 AM ET
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