The New England Patriots dominated New York Giants 33-15 on Monday Night Football, extending their win streak to ten straight and putting their second-year quarterback Drake Maye firmly in the MVP conversation.
Maye sets the tone early
From kickoff, New England made it clear they meant business. They struck quickly with a field goal, then a 94-yard punt return for a touchdown by Marcus Jones, putting the Giants under early pressure. Maye was sharp all night — 24 of 31 for 282 yards, two touchdowns, no interceptions — showing poise, accuracy and command of the pocket.
By halftime, the Patriots had built a commanding 30-7 lead. A 33-yard dime from Maye to Kyle Williams helped seal the blow first-half momentum.
Giants’ hope returns — briefly
Rookie QB Jaxson Dart was cleared from concussion protocol and started the game for the Giants in his first outing back. He managed one touchdown pass — a 30-yard connection with Darius Slayton — and showed flashes.
But overall, the Giants could not match New England’s tempo or discipline. Their offensive line consistently failed to protect Dart, and New York’s defense had no answer for Maye’s precision. By the final whistle, the Giants had dropped to 2-11 and were clearly still far from playoff contention.
Patriots control all three phases
New England didn’t just win through the air. Their special teams delivered the first big blow; Marcus Jones’ punt return electrified the crowd and shifted the game’s momentum early.
On defense, the Patriots kept pressure on Dart and suffocated New York’s rushing attempts. On offense, they executed a balanced attack: efficient passing from Maye, red-zone conversions, and solid management of the clock. The result was a full-team performance that left little room for Giants hope.
What it means now
With this win, the Patriots improve to 11-2 and sit atop the AFC East — in prime position for a deep playoff run. Maye’s performance strengthens his MVP credentials, proving he can not only throw deep bombs but also manage pressure-packed primetime games with composure.
For the Giants, the loss is another painful reminder of how far they still have to go. Their season now dwells in reset territory. While Dart’s return brought hope, inconsistency at the line of scrimmage and underwhelming protection schemes undermined any chance of a comeback.
New England moves forward with momentum. New York heads into the bye week with harsh truths and big offseason questions.
