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Giants notebook: Abdul Carter, Ben Mann’s accuracy, more

The New York Giants’ defensive edge rusher Abdul Carter continues to dominate with his blistering speed, registering the NFL’s fastest average time to pressure among qualifying pass rushers at just 2.2 seconds per snap. Despite his elite quickness—outpacing even standout defenders like Ed Oliver and Leonard Williams—Carter’s sack total remains modest, with only one this season and five in his career.

His impact, however, is undeniable, as seen in Week 4 when defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson praised Carter’s relentless pressure on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett, calling it a “fastball” approach all game long. Meanwhile, rookie long-snapper Ben Mann has been a standout, delivering a perfect 100% spiral rate on long snaps this season, outperforming veterans like Reid Ferguson and Ross Matiscik by a wide margin.

The Giants’ offensive line, however, remains a work in progress, with running back Cam Skattebo noting the unit is still adjusting to a new scheme. When Skattebo reaches 18 rushing attempts, the Giants are 5-0; below that threshold, they’ve gone 0-7, underscoring the critical role of run-game efficiency.

Across the field, Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn holds a perfect 6-0 record against the Giants, including a 4-0 mark with his current team, while Giants coach Sean McVay is the only other NFL head coach with an undefeated record against them. The matchup also spotlights quarterback Jameis Winston, whose professionalism and dual nature—both serious and lighthearted—has been noted by former Giants coach Matt Nagy, who described Winston’s ability to balance intensity with approachability.

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