3 matchups Giants must win vs. Buccaneers, including an Eli Apple bounce-back

John Munson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.comTampa Bay will likely aim to mix and match in their matchups, and cornerback Janoris Jenkins can't cover both standout Buccaneers wideouts. The Giants desperately need Apple to step up after a couple of rough weeks. This would be the game with the Giants facing a pair of explosive receivers in a must-win situation. If Apple has a bounce-back effort, the Giants have a better shot to win.

Julio Cortez | AP PhotoBuccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith has had struggles this season. He may be due some help in the game plan against Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon, who may or may not be limited with an ankle injury. That could leave Dotson and Pierre-Paul…