McKinney House Calls Carr, Giants Stun Las Vegas Raiders Before the Bye
Gameday Recap - November 10, 2021
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McKinney, uncertain about his status for Sunday’s game, still didn’t rest on his laurels. The second-year safety out of Alabama took his time away from the team to focus his attention on and prepare for the Raiders even harder, despite the challenges of virtual participation.
“I just tried to stay locked-in,” said McKinney. “Earlier in the week I didn’t know if I was going to play so I just stayed locked in and focused.”
In a week that was wholly unconventional for the player and organization, the adjustments and diligent preparation sure paid off.
Per NFL rules, a duo of negative tests Friday triggered false positive results for most of the impacted Giants’ personnel, allowing them to return to full participation in team buildings. For McKinney, the response was an emphatic, “Defensive Player of the Week” worthy performance in a huge victory led by huge plays from the defensive side.
Behind two textbook interceptions, one a house call, by Xavier McKinney, the New York Giants flashed their hidden talent for two touchdowns and a 23-16 win over the Las Vegas Raiders at MetLife Stadium Sunday.