The New York Giants, established in 1925, have won 8 NFL championships. They play at MetLife Stadium and have a historic rivalry with the Philadelphia Eagles.
The New York Giants baseball team was established in 1883.
The New York Giants are a professional American football team with a history dating back to 1925. They are one of the oldest and most successful teams in the NFL.
The New York Giants were founded in 1925 and are one of the oldest teams in the NFL.
The New York Giants were established and have a rich history in the NFL, with numerous championships and legendary players contributing to their legacy.
The New York Giants played their first game as an away game against All New Britain in New Britain, Connecticut, defeating New Britain 26–0 in front of a crowd of 10,000.
The New York Giants competed in the NFL in 1926, securing the 6th position out of 22 teams with a record of 8-4-1. Alexander was a standout performer for the team.
The New York Giants won their first NFL championship in the pre-Super Bowl era in December 1927.
The New York Giants participated in the NFL in 1928, finishing 6th out of 13 teams with a record of 4-7-2. Potteiger was a key player for the team.
Before the 1929 season, owner Tim Mara purchased the entire squad of the Detroit Wolverines, including star quarterback Benny Friedman. This acquisition led to a soaring record of 13–1–1 for the New York Giants.
In December 1930, the New York Giants played a team of Notre Dame All-Stars at the Polo Grounds to raise money for the unemployed of New York City. The game is often credited with establishing the legitimacy of the professional game.
Steve Owen was hired as the player-head coach of the Giants prior to the 1931 season. He coached the team for 23 years, leading them to two NFL championships and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1966.
The rivalry between the New York Giants and the Washington Commanders dates back to 1932. It has seen periods of intense competition, with the Giants leading the series as of the 2021 season, holding the most wins for one team against one opponent in NFL history.
The rivalry between the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL began in 1933. It has been characterized by frequent battles for playoff contention, NFC East titles, and respect, with the Eagles leading the all-time series as of the 2021 season.
In the 1934 NFL Championship Game, the Giants defeated the Chicago Bears 30–13 at the Polo Grounds on an icy field. The game became known as 'The Sneakers Game' as the Giants wore basketball sneakers in the second half, leading to a 27-point comeback.
In 1935, the New York Giants finished 1st in the NFL but lost the championship. The team was led by coaches Owen, Danowski, Richards, and Goodwin.
The Giants added their third NFL championship in 1938 with a 23–17 win over Green Bay. They blocked two Green Bay punts to establish an early advantage before securing the victory.
In 1939, the New York Giants lost the championship, finishing 1st of 5 teams. The team was led by Owen, Danowski, and Leemans.
In 1940, the New York Giants finished 3rd of 5 teams in the NFL. The team's performance was influenced by players like Owen, Miller, Leemans, and Howell.
In 1941, the New York Giants lost the championship, finishing 1st of 5 teams. The team was led by players such as Owen, Leemans, and Cuff.
In 1942, the New York Giants finished 3rd of 5. The team had notable players like Owen, Leemans, Hapes, and Cuff.
In 1943, the New York Giants finished 1st of 5 but lost in the division. The team faced challenges during this season.
In 1944, the Giants reached the championship game but lost to the Green Bay Packers 14–7. The 1944 Giants team is considered to have been the best defensive team in NFL history in terms of points per game allowed.
In 1945, the New York Giants competed in the NFL, finishing 3rd out of 5 teams.
In 1946, the New York Giants participated in the NFL and ended the season as the 1st out of 5 teams, although they lost the championship. Players including Owen, Filchock, and Liebel played significant roles in the team's performance.
The New York Giants competed in the NFL in 1947, finishing 5th out of 5 teams. Players like Owen, Governali, Roberts, and Poole contributed to the team's performance.
Before the 1948 season, the Giants signed defensive back Emlen Tunnell, the first African American player in team history and later the first African American inducted into the Hall of Fame.
In 1949, the New York Giants participated in the NFL, finishing 3rd out of 5 teams.
In 1950, the New York Giants were part of the NFL.
In 1951, the New York Giants participated in the NFL.
In 1952, the New York Giants were part of the NFL, featuring players such as Owen, Conerly, Price, and McChesney.
Steve Owen's coaching record of 153-100-17 established him as the winningest coach in the history of the New York Giants, leading the team to numerous victories and shaping its legacy.
In 1954, the New York Giants finished 3rd out of 6 teams in the NFL. Players like Howell, Conerly, and Price contributed to the team's performance.
In 1955, the New York Giants finished 3rd out of 6 teams in the NFL. Players like Howell, Conerly, and Webster played key roles in the team's performance.
In 1956, the Giants won their fourth NFL Championship, playing their home games at Yankee Stadium for the first time. They won the Eastern Division with an 8–3–1 record and dominated the Chicago Bears in the NFL Championship Game, winning 47–7. The team featured future Hall of Fame players and coordinators.
In 1957, the New York Giants finished 2nd out of 6 teams in the NFL. Players like Howell, Conerly, and Gifford contributed to the team's performance.
The 1958 NFL championship pitted the Giants against the Baltimore Colts, in what was viewed by many as one of football’s greatest games, ending in sudden-death overtime with the Colts beating the Giants 23–17.
In 1959, the Giants faced the Colts in a championship game rematch and lost. Led by quarterback Y. A. Tittle and head coach Allie Sherman, the Giants continued to have success in the early 1960s, winning three consecutive Eastern Division titles from 1961 to 1963.
The fierce divisional rivalry between the New York Giants and the Dallas Cowboys began in 1960. The two teams have a combined nine Super Bowl victories and have played many games with the NFC East title at stake.
The first game ever played between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys ended in a 31-31 tie on December 4, 1960. This marked the beginning of a long-standing rivalry between the two teams.
The New York Giants finished 1st in the league but lost the championship. The team had a strong performance from players like Sherman, Barnes, Tittle, Webster, and Shofner.
The New York Giants finished 1st in the league but lost the championship. The team had a strong performance from players like Sherman, Tittle, Webster, and Shofner.
In 1963, the Giants finished with an 11–3 record and faced the Bears in the NFL championship game, but lost 14–10. The team's run of championship game appearances combined with their large market location translated into financial success.
After the 1963 season, the Giants fell apart and finished 2–10–2, beginning an 18-season playoff drought. This marked the start of what is often referred to as 'the wilderness years' in team history.
The New York Giants had a successful NFL season in 1965, finishing 2nd out of 7 teams with a record of 7-7-0. The team had notable players like Sherman, Morrall, Frederickson, and Jones.
Pete Gogolak became the all-time scoring leader for the New York Giants in 1966, leaving a lasting legacy with 646 points scored throughout his career.
The New York Giants NFL season in 1967 resulted in a record of 7 wins, 7 losses, and 2 ties. The team was led by players like Sherman, Tarkenton, Koy, and Jones.
In 1968, the New York Giants were part of the NFL, securing the 2nd position out of 29 teams. The team's performance and key players played a significant role in their ranking.
On the opening day of the 1969 regular season, Fran Tarkenton led New York to a 24–23 victory over his former team, the Vikings, by throwing two touchdown passes in the 4th quarter.
In 1970, the New York Giants had a season in the NFL, securing 9 wins and 5 losses. The team's performance and statistics are outlined in the input.
After a 4–10 finish in 1971, the Giants traded Fran Tarkenton back to the Minnesota Vikings, leading to a challenging period for the team.
In 1972, the New York Giants participated in a game and secured a victory with a score of 8 to 6.
On November 15, 1973, the New York Giants played a game and won against their opponent with a score of 21 to 15.
In 1974, the New York Giants were part of the NFL, securing the 5th position out of 5 teams with a record of 2-12. The team's performance was impacted by notable players including Arnsparger, Dawkins, Morton, and Tucker.
In 1975, the New York Giants participated in the NFL, finishing 4th out of 5 teams with a record of 6-90. The team's performance was influenced by key players such as Arnsparger, Morton, and Dawkins.
The New York Giants moved to Giants Stadium at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey in 1976, marking a significant change in their home venue.
In 1977, the New York Giants participated in the NFL. The team had a record of 5 wins and 9 losses, finishing 5th out of 5 teams in their division.
The New York Giants played their first game of the 1978 NFL season, facing the 5th of 52 opponents. The game resulted in a score of 29-8.
The Giants suffered one of their most stinging defeats in what was called the “Miracle at the Meadowlands” or “The Fumble” against the Philadelphia Eagles, allowing the Eagles to recover a fumble and win the game.
The New York Giants played their first game of the 1979 NFL season, facing the 4th of 52 opponents. The game resulted in a score of 23-86.
During the 1980 NFL season, the New York Giants finished 5th out of 5 teams in the league. The team's overall performance was not impressive, resulting in a challenging season for the Giants.
The Giants selected linebacker Lawrence Taylor with the 2nd overall pick in the 1981 draft, which had an immediate and significant impact on the team's defense, leading to a major improvement in their performance.
Despite not being in the same division, the Giants and San Francisco 49ers have developed a heated playoff rivalry, meeting eight times since 1982. The winner of their game has gone on to win the Super Bowl in five of those instances.
The New York Giants had a successful season in 1983, finishing 3rd of 5 in their division. The team was led by head coach Bill Parcells and key players like Lawrence Taylor, Scott Brunner, and Leon Bright.
In 1984, the New York Giants finished 2nd in the NFL and lost in the Division round. The team had notable players like Parcells, Haynes, Simms, Carpenter, and Johnson.
In 1985, the New York Giants finished 2nd in the NFL and lost in the Division round. The team had notable players like Parcells, Taylor, Simms, Morris, and Manuel.
The Giants won Super Bowl XXI by defeating the Denver Broncos 39–20, with Phil Simms being named the game's MVP after an outstanding performance, completing 22 of 25 passes.
During a Monday Night game in December 1986, Mark Bavaro's inspiring play, catching a pass from Phil Simms and dragging several defenders, jump started the Giants and contributed to their successful season, culminating in a Super Bowl win.
In January 1987, then New York City mayor Ed Koch labeled the Giants as 'foreigners' and said they were not entitled to a ticker-tape parade in New York City, shortly before the team won Super Bowl XXI.
The early portion of the 1988 season was marred by a scandal involving Lawrence Taylor, who had abused cocaine and was suspended for the first four games of the season for his second violation of the league's substance-abuse policy.
In 1989, the New York Giants lost in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs.
In 1990, the Giants went 13–3 and set an NFL record for fewest turnovers in a season. They defeated the San Francisco 49ers and the Buffalo Bills to win Super Bowl XXV.
On February 20, 1991, Tim Mara sold his shares in the club to Preston Robert Tisch, marking a significant change in the Giants' front office operations.
The New York Giants NFL season in 1991 resulted in the team finishing 4th out of 5 in their division. The team was under the leadership of head coach Ray Handley and notable players like Bart Oates, Jeff Hostetler, and Rodney Hampton.
The New York Giants NFL season in 1992 saw the team finishing 4th out of 5 in their division. The team was led by head coach Ray Handley and key players such as Rodney Hampton and Jeff Hostetler.
The New York Giants finished the 1993 NFL season as the 2nd of 5 teams, but lost in the divisional round. The team was led by coaches Reeves and Brooks, with key players including Simms, Hampton, and Jackson.
The New York Giants played against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 2, 1994. The game statistics and top players are mentioned in the input.
The New York Giants played against the Washington Redskins on November 4, 1995. The game statistics and top players are mentioned in the input.
In 1996, the Giants' radio broadcasts were moved to the FM dial and sister station WNEW-FM, after some conflict arose due to WFAN being the radio flagship of the New York Jets at the time.
In 1997, the Giants named Jim Fassel as their 16th head coach, and the team finished the season with a record of 10–5–1, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time in four years.
Forbes estimated the value of the New York Giants to be $288 million in 1998, which has steadily increased to their current value.
The New York Giants performed in the NFL season of 1999, finishing 3rd of 5. The team included players such as Fassel, Armstead, Collins, Montgomery, and Toomer.
After a disappointing season, Jim Fassel was fired by the Giants management in December 17, 2003, with two games remaining in the season.
In 2001, the New York Giants competed in the NFL season, finishing 3rd out of 5 teams with a record of 7 wins and 9 losses. The team was led by head coach Jim Fassel and notable players like Michael Strahan, Kerry Collins, Tiki Barber, and Amani Toomer.
The Giants had a strong 2002 season with Kerry Collins and Tiki Barber performing exceptionally well, and rookie Jeremy Shockey making a significant impact.
In 2003, Amani Toomer set a new record for the most career receptions in the history of the New York Giants with 668 receptions, showcasing his exceptional skills as a wide receiver.
The Giants acquired quarterback Eli Manning in the 2004 NFL Draft after a trade with the San Diego Chargers, marking the beginning of the Eli Manning era.
Patriarch Wellington Mara, who had a profound impact on the Giants, passed away at the age of 89, leading to a period of mourning and dedication from the team.
Following Wellington Mara's passing, the Giants faced another loss as Bob Tisch, the other Giants Executive Officer, died at the age of 79, prompting the team to honor his memory.
Forbes estimated the Giants' revenue in 2006 at $182 million, with $46 million coming from gate receipts. The operating income was $26.9 million, and player salary was $102 million.
Led by quarterback Eli Manning and defensive end Michael Strahan, the Giants defeated the previously unbeaten New England Patriots to win Super Bowl XLII.
The New York Giants emerged victorious in Super Bowl XLII, defeating their opponents with a score of 17-14. This win marked a significant achievement for the team and their fans.
In Super Bowl XLII in 2008, the New York Giants, led by Eli Manning and Michael Strahan, achieved one of the greatest upsets in NFL history by defeating the heavily favored New England Patriots.
On February 5, 2008, New York City, under mayor Michael Bloomberg, threw a ticker tape parade in honor of the Giants' Super Bowl XLII victory at the Canyon of Heroes in lower Manhattan.
The New York Giants NFL season in 2009 resulted in a record of 8 wins and 8 losses. The team was led by coach Tom Coughlin and key players such as Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Brandon Jacobs, and Steve Smith.
MetLife Stadium opened in 2010, replacing Giants Stadium. It is a 50/50 partnership between the Giants and Jets, and the teams jointly built and administer it through New Meadowlands Stadium Corporation.
The Giants, with Eli Manning as quarterback, won their second Super Bowl by defeating the New England Patriots in a rematch in Super Bowl XLVI.
On February 6, 2011, the New York Giants emerged victorious in Super Bowl XLVI, defeating the New England Patriots. The game was a significant achievement for the team and their fans.
The Giants broke their losing streak with a tightly contested 37–34 road victory over the Cowboys on December 11 with Jason Pierre-Paul blocking a last second field goal attempt.
In the first round of the playoffs, the Giants defeated the Atlanta Falcons 24–2. Quarterback Eli Manning threw for three consecutive touchdowns, and running backs Ahmad Bradshaw and Brandon Jacobs combined for 172 yards rushing.
The Giants defeated the Green Bay Packers 37–20, earning a spot in the NFC Championship Game. Eli Manning threw for 330 yards and 3 touchdowns, two of which to wide receiver Hakeem Nicks.
The New York Giants won the NFC Championship Game against the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 20–17 in overtime, with Tynes scoring the winning field goal as he did four years earlier in the same game against the Packers.
The New York Giants won Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots with a score of 21–17. The winning touchdown was preceded by a 38-yard reception by receiver Mario Manningham. As in Super Bowl XLII, Eli Manning was Super Bowl MVP, defeating the Patriots for a second time in the Super Bowl.
New York City held a ticker tape parade on February 7, 2012, in honor of the Giants' Super Bowl XLVI victory.
Following the arrival of Hurricane Sandy in the Northeastern United States, the Giants lost back-to-back games against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals to fall to 6–4.
In 2013, the New York Giants participated in the NFL season. The team's performance and key players were significant during this season.
The Giants announced that Ben McAdoo would become the team's head coach, replacing Tom Coughlin.
During the Week 5 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Odell Beckham Jr. fractured his ankle, an injury that ended his season.
After defeating the Washington Redskins in Week 14, the Giants achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first team in NFL history to win 100 regular season games against an opponent.
The Giants traded Odell Beckham Jr. and drafted Daniel Jones, who took over as quarterback and finished the season with a record of 4–12.
In 2020, the New York Giants NFL season resulted in the team finishing 2nd out of 4 in their division. Players like Judge, Bradberry, Jones, Gallman, and Slayton played key roles in the team's performance.
The New York Giants NFL season in 2021 saw the team finish 4th out of 4 in their division. Players like Judge, Williams, Jones, Barkley, and Golladay contributed to the team's performance.
The New York Giants exceeded their total wins from the previous season after securing a win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 6 of the 2021 season.
The Giants secured a playoff spot and a winning record for the first time since 2016 with a Week 17 win over the Indianapolis Colts, finishing the season 9–7–1.
The New York Giants secured a victory against the Minnesota Vikings in the Wild Card round of the playoffs, marking their first playoff win since Super Bowl XLVI in 2012.
The Giants' 2022 season concluded with a 38–7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round of the playoffs.
On January 21, 2022, the Giants hired Joe Schoen as the team's general manager.
On January 28, 2022, the Giants hired Brian Daboll as the team's new head coach.
On January 1, 2023, the Giants clinched a playoff berth for the first time since the 2016 season.
The Giants defeated the Minnesota Vikings 31-24 in the wild-card round, winning their first postseason game since their victory at Super Bowl XLVI in 2012.
The New York Giants NFL season opener took place on June 11, 2023. It was a significant event for the team and their fans.
The Giants and running back Devin Singletary have reached an agreement on a free-agent contract.