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‘Hungry and humble’ FB Patrick Ricard embodies the John Harbaugh Giants

New York kicked off head coach John Harbaugh's tenure with a 28-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, marking their first Week 1 win since 2022. Fullback Patrick Ricard has emerged as an essential fixture in Harbaugh's physical ground attack, even describing himself as the crucial element of the unit while telling punter Jordan Stout that the squad aims to minimize his field time.

Former tight end Rob Gronkowski praised New York's aggressive opening performance, while running back Cam Skattebo addressed the team's rugged approach against Dallas.

Despite the successful debut, Harbaugh voiced intense displeasure regarding the Giants putting the ball on the turf four times during the matchup, calling possession retention an absolute requirement. In lighter team moments, the head coach also playful brought down receiver Malik Nabers, explaining that he simply could not resist the chance to tackle him as New York now shifts its preparation toward the Los Angeles Rams.