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Short-handed Giants move into first place in NFC East
Original: Undermanned Giants land in first place by playing with the spirit of '86 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7661399/2026/1
The New York Giants, playing without several regular starters, have climbed into first place in the NFC East, drawing comparisons to the franchise's storied 1986 championship team. Coverage highlights the team's resilience and the contributions of players like Deonte Banks as New York take the division lead following their win over the Cardinals.
Why now: The Giants' unexpected rise to the top of their division despite injuries has energised fans and revived nostalgia for the 1986 Super Bowl era.
New York GiantsNFLDeonte BanksLawrence TaylorNFC East
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- Undermanned Giants land in first place by playing with the spirit of '86 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7661399/2026/10/05/giants-cardinals-deonte-banks-lawrence-taylor-nfc-east-lead/ # Football # NFL # Sports · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 2
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