Kickoff Chaos: Giants Surprise Packers with Second-Half SurgeKickoff Chaos: Giants Surprise Packers with Second-Half Surge In a stunning turn of events, the New York Giants rallied from a 17-point halftime deficit to upset the Green Bay Packers 27-20 in a wild NFL Week 1 matchup. The Packers dominated the first half, taking a 20-3 lead thanks to two touchdown passes from Aaron Rodgers to Davante Adams. But the Giants defense stepped up in the second half, forcing two turnovers and holding the Packers to just three points. The Giants’ offense, which had struggled early, exploded in the third quarter. Daniel Jones connected with Kenny Golladay for a 35-yard touchdown pass, and Saquon Barkley added a 28-yard touchdown run. The Packers had a chance to tie the game late, but Rodgers’ pass attempt to Allen Lazard in the end zone fell incomplete. With just seconds remaining, the Giants recovered an onside kick and ran out the clock. Jones finished the game with 217 passing yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Barkley rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown. For the Packers, Rodgers threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns, but was intercepted twice. Adams led all receivers with 10 catches for 121 yards and two touchdowns. The Giants’ victory was a major upset, as the Packers were heavily favored. It also marked the first time in Giants franchise history that they had trailed by 17 points or more at halftime and won. The Giants will look to build on their momentum next week when they host the Washington Commanders. The Packers will try to bounce back at home against the Chicago Bears.
