The psychology of results can be a powerful thing in sports, especially in football, where the number of games is limited and the impact can be immeasurable. The Giants have gone from a team in turmoil to a team finally settling in to play seven more games that can restore some respectability to their season.
A much-needed 27-23 win over the 49ers in San Francisco on Monday night not only improved their record to 2-7, but quieted much of the “noise,” as coaches call it, that has haunted this team for much of the season. There are sure to be some rough spots ahead, but after 10 weeks, the Giants finally have their focus on football and aren’t dealing with brush fires on and off the field.