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Sisi Mauigoa’s quiet debut was exactly what Giants envisioned

Rookie offensive guard Francis Mauigoa delivered a seamless regular-season debut for the New York Giants, helping anchor the offensive line in a 28-20 divisional triumph over the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium. The former University of Miami standout fulfilled expectations at right guard, contributing to a historic Week 1 victory that marked the franchise's first opening-week home win since 2010.

The game also served as an energetic introduction for head coach John Harbaugh, who even engaged wide receiver Malik Nabers with a playful pregame tackle during walkthroughs to test the pass catcher before kickoff. Alongside Mauigoa's steady performance, the contest featured veteran wideout Odell Beckham Jr.

logging 11 snaps in his return to New York, as the Giants kicked off the Harbaugh era with a divisional statement.