Giants vs. Ravens

On December 15, 2024, the Baltimore Ravens defeated the New York Giants 35-14 at MetLife Stadium. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson delivered an outstanding performance, completing 21 of 25 passes for 290 yards and tying his personal best with five touchdown passes before exiting in the fourth quarter.

The Giants' defense struggled to contain the Ravens' offense, allowing six runs of over 20 yards, including four touchdowns. Linebacker Malik Harrison was a standout for the Ravens' defense, recording six tackles, a sack, and two quarterback hits. The Ravens were highly efficient on third downs, converting 81.8% of their attempts, while the Giants managed only 16.7%.

For the Giants, rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers scored his first touchdown since Week 3, bringing in a 23-yard pass in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Tim Boyle made his Giants debut, stepping in after starter Tommy DeVito suffered a concussion before halftime. Boyle completed 12 of 24 passes for 123 yards and a touchdown.

The game was played under clear conditions with temperatures in the mid-30s Fahrenheit (around 1-2°C) and light winds from the northeast at 5-6 mph.

Tailgating Highlights

On the tailgating front, Jamie and MaryHelen secured the perfect spot to set up camp. Steve and Lori brought along some amazing sandwiches, while MaryHelen contributed her famous chocolate-covered Christmas pretzels, which were a hit with everyone. The pre-game festivities added to the excitement of the day, making it a memorable outing despite the Giants' loss.