**Heroes and Zeros of the Giants’ 34-24 Loss to the 49ers at MetLife Stadium**

**Hero: Christian McCaffrey**
Christian McCaffrey carried the ball 26 times for 97 yards and added five catches for 67 yards. He scored touchdowns both on the ground and through the air, finishing as the game’s leading rusher and receiver.

**Zero: Graham Gano**
Graham Gano missed a critical 45-yard field goal after Brian Burns and Abdul Carter combined to force a takeaway, giving the Giants a short field in the final minute of the first half. Conservative play calling put Gano in a high-pressure spot, but he hooked his kick wide left.

**Unsung Hero: Tatum Bethune**
Tatum Bethune was all over the field, making 16 tackles, including several hit-sticks, and defending a pass. His relentless effort stood out despite the team’s struggles.

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**Key Stat:**
39 yards gained on 18 plays by the Giants on their final six possessions of the first half, resulting in just one first down and zero points after a promising game-opening 10-play, 59-yard touchdown drive.

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**Quote:**
“That sh- is bad, man. That sh- is real bad. Everybody has to do a better job. That sh- is unacceptable.”
— Kayvon Thibodeaux

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