Biggest Storylines for the Giants vs. Bears Game
On November 9, 2025, the world watched in awe as everything flipped. The New York Giants held a 20-10 lead with 10 minutes left, then surrendered 14 unanswered points and watched their season slip away again. Meanwhile, rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart did something no quarterback in NFL history had accomplished, only to exit the game with a concussion. As if that weren’t enough, the Giants also matched a franchise low by dropping their 10th straight road game. There’s plenty to unpack.
Dart’s Historic Run And Silent Exit
Dart entered the matchup by rushing for two touchdowns and became the first quarterback in league history to record a rushing touchdown in five consecutive games. He also passed for 242 yards before leaving the game due to a head injury.
The Giants were up 17-7 early in the third quarter and looked in command, that is, until Dart fumbled on a designed run, took a heavy hit, and did not return. Replacing Dart with veteran Russell Wilson didn’t plug the leak, and Wilson completed only 3 of 7 passes after entering and was sacked twice.
Late-Game Collapse, Again
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With a solid lead, the Giants looked ready to finish strong, but the game slipped away. The Bears rallied in the final minutes as Caleb Williams threw a touchdown to tie it with 3:56 left and then ran in the winning score with 1:47 remaining.
One decision still stands out. When leading 17–10, the Giants chose a field goal on fourth and goal instead of going for the touchdown. Critics see it as another example of the same costly pattern—take control early, then fall apart when it matters most.
Road Woes Get Worse
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This road loss marked the Giants’ 10th consecutive road defeat, an all-time franchise record. Additionally, four times this season, they held a double-digit lead in an away game and still lost. The Giants’ record now stands at 2-8, with no sign of relief in sight. For a team trying to build momentum, this is a major roadblock.
Injuries, Decisions & Coaching Questions
The roster showed cracks before the game even started: key stars, such as center John Michael Schmitz and kicker Graham Gano, were out with injuries, which forced replacements into crucial roles. Meanwhile, the sideline decision-making drew heat: Should the team have gone for the touchdown instead of a field goal? Should Dart have stayed in? The pressure is mounting for coach Brian Daboll and his staff. All of this builds into a narrative of a team limping through its season, waiting for answers.
Now the Giants head home to face the Green Bay Packers with a bruised psyche and ticking clock. Their rookie quarterback has allowed them glimpses of promise, but the broader team issues remain unsolved. The next few games will reveal whether this is a franchise turning a corner or one that continues to repeat the same failures.