After the game, Najee Harris voiced frustration with the team’s approach, calling the results extremely frustrating and pointing to blocking issues, noting that the Giants have often seemed “just one block away.” He emphasized that he feels physically ready after returning from a torn Achilles. Harris later described the rhythm issue, saying that running backs need consistent opportunities to find a rhythm, and that a cadence of one or two plays followed by a bench makes it hard to get into a groove.
Head coach John Harbaugh commented on the rushing effort, acknowledging that it was not very good. He clarified that Skattebo was not benched outright, but did not receive a carry while the other three backs did. Harbaugh explained that in the first half, multiple backs were given equal reps to determine who could spark the offense; the plan was to see who could seize the opportunity and develop a hot hand. The intent was to involve several backs to try to spark the ground game, but the result did not meet expectations and left players frustrated with the production.
Overall, the game highlighted a struggle in the Giants’ rushing attack, with leadership rotating through multiple backs in an attempt to find momentum, while players expressed disappointment with the execution and a perceived lack of rhythm.
