Giants’ John Harbaugh sends strong message to struggling kicker

The Giants need more reliable production from undrafted rookie kicker Dominic Zvada.

That continued to be obvious during Thursday night’s crushing 24-21 loss to the Commanders.

Zvada missed his only field goal attempt — a 33-yard chip shot in the first quarter. The Giants wound up losing by three points.

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A possession earlier, on the game’s first drive, Giants coach John Harbaugh (who has an extensive special teams background) decided to punt from Washington’s 37 instead of attempt a 55-yard field goal.

That shows a lack of confidence in Zvada, who has had an uneven first NFL season.

But after the game, Harbaugh stood by…