Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford praise Giants' aggressive defense
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford have expressed admiration for the New York Giants' defense ahead of their matchup on Monday night. Both highlighted the defense's intensity and energy, referring to it as playing with 'their hair on fire.' McVay and Stafford noted the quality of play from key players like Kayvon Thibodeaux and Abdul Carter. The Giants' defense performed strongly in their previous game, limiting the Dallas Cowboys' passing game. Los Angeles aims to rebound from a loss to the San Francisco 49ers, focusing on improving their offensive performance against a formidable Giants defense.
- •Rams play Giants on Monday night after a season-opening loss.
- •McVay and Stafford commend Giants' defensive prowess.
- •Giants held Cowboys to minimal offensive gains in Week 1.
- •Rams hope to improve offensive execution after struggling against 49ers.
- •Key players for Giants include Thibodeaux and Carter.
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford share similar praise for Giants defense
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Rams' Sean McVay preparing to face 'hair on fire' New York Giants' defense
"Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford both said the Giants play with "their hair on fire" defensively, complimenting their aggressiveness and playmakers.
"Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay and QB Matthew Stafford know the New York Giants' defense can bring it.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 1:02 PMSean McVay and Matthew Stafford share similar praise for Giants defense
Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford both said the Giants play with "their hair on fire" defensively, complimenting their aggressiveness and playmakers.
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 12:55 PMRams' Sean McVay preparing to face 'hair on fire' New York Giants' defense
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay and QB Matthew Stafford know the New York Giants' defense can bring it.
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