Rookie LB Jack Kelly led New York Giants in playing time vs. Vikings
A look at the snap counts from a Week 1 preseason game between the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings.
The New York Giants suffered a 13-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, signaling the beginning of the John Harbaugh era. The game was marked by several negatives, including a high number of penalties (seven) and only 201 total offensive yards. Two turnovers further compounded the Giants' struggles.
However, much of the blame can be placed on Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, who utilized an unexpected array of blitzes and unconventional formations, even in the preseason. The snap counts for the game reveal some interesting details. Offensive snaps totaled 54, with defensive snaps accounting for 59, and special teams snaps making up the remaining 24.
Though not much can be inferred from the distribution of snaps, it is noteworthy that rookie linebacker Jack Kelly garnered the most playing time among the players. Fellow rookie, offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa, also enjoyed a significant amount of action, accumulating 30 snaps. Quarterback Daniel Jones, a veteran, was afforded 30 percent of the offensive snaps, which he sought as he strives to secure a spot on the 53-man roster for the upcoming season.
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