It was not so much what the New York Giants defense did on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. Rather it was more about how it was done. The G-Men utilized a defensive strategy that resembled the Big Blue Wrecking Crew of the 1980’s in dismantling the ‘Boys offense. If this “throw back” defense is here to stay, then the Giants could be a factor in the NFC playoffs.
Throw Back Strategy
Analysts point to the shutting down of Dez Bryant, Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott as the key to the 10-7 victory.