New York Giants emphasize run defense in Week 1 against Dallas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:56 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The New York Giants showcased their run defense in a 28-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 1. Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds highlighted the team's attention to detail established during training camp, which limited Dallas to 69 yards on 18 carries. The Giants used a two-inside-linebacker formation, bringing a physical presence to their defense amid expectations of smaller bodies in those positions. Edmunds emphasized the importance of preparation for their upcoming game against the Rams, noting that the NFL requires a week-to-week focus on control and game plans.
- •Giants hold Cowboys to 69 rushing yards
- •Tremaine Edmunds credits offseason preparation
- •Team uses two-inside-linebacker look
- •Next game is against the Rams on Monday night
- •Edmunds emphasizes weekly focus on preparation
- 9:56 AMYahoo Sports — Attention to detail fueled New York Giants' Week 1 stand against the run
"Tremaine Edmunds says the New York Giants' run defense and two-ILB look vs. Dallas came from camp detail and John Harbaugh's physical standard.
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