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Breaking down Eli Manning’s two INTs against the Steelers

Jack Aylmer
Breaking down Eli Manning's two INTs against the Steelers 1
Nov 20, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) on the sidelines during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

With the New York Giants falling 24-14 to the Pittsburgh Steelers, their efforts were thwarted by two costly interceptions from Eli Manning.

[dropcap]L[/dropcap]ike the saying goes, there’s good Eli Manning, and then there’s bad Eli Manning. During the New York Giants 24-14 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the “Jekyll and Hyde” sides of the long-time signal caller were on display.

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Twice Manning did an excellent job of putting the Giants’ offense in a position to score, only to kill the drive with a heart-wrenchingly avoidable interception. What possibly stings the most for the Giants is that both targets of the picks were open for would-be touchdowns, but Manning’s ball placement cost the team crucial points.

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Jack Aylmer
Jack Aylmer

Staff Writer at @EliteSportsNY Work also featured on @BleacherReport Contact: jackaylmer@yahoo.com