The Giants defense created a season-high four takeaways against the Buccaneers and is on the upswing.
The Giants defense allowed season highs of 510 yards and 31 first downs to the Buccaneers and is on the downturn.
All the above numbers are correct, but which conclusion is accurate? That might not be known until Sunday against the Eagles.
"A mixed bag" is how Giants coach Pat Shurmur described his team's defensive performance in a 38-35 victory.
Maybe a mix of ice cream and vegetables. Or some other love-and-hate extremes.