The New York Giants have a real shot at starting 2-0, but can they win the trenches against the Los Angeles Rams? Patricia Traina breaks down the keys to Monday night, from disrupting Los Angeles’ duo-blocking run scheme and stopping play-action to sustaining the Giants’ third-down success.

The episode examines New York’s ground-and-pound identity, Jaxson Dart’s limited deep-passing opportunities, Malik Nabers’ return from the injury report, and the urgent need to eliminate penalties after 10 flags for 114 yards against Dallas.

Cornerback health looms large with Deonte Banks, Greg Newsome, and Paulson Adebo dealing with injuries, while Puka Nacua and Davante Adams await.

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Locked On Giants host Patricia Traina is a credentialed member of the New York Giants media who covers Big Blue for Locked On and New York Giants On SI, part of the Sports Illustrated network. She is the author of “The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the New York Giants,” available wherever books are sold.

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