The New York Giants (5-3) have now lost three straight games after opening the season 5-0.  They don’t have an easy opponent in the San Diego Chargers (4-3) so they are in danger of losing four in a row.  Eli Manning really needs to step his game up, as he is one of the main reason the Giants have been playing so bad lately.  Eli has thrown six interceptions in his last three games, and if the Giants want to win this game Eli has to stop turning the ball over.  Brandon Jacobs has yet to have a 100 yard game this season, but he may have his chance in this one as the Chargers give up 132 rushing yards per game.

The Giants defense will have a big challenge in this one.  The Chargers have a very talented offense and their quarterback Drew Brees has the confidence and ability to put up some huge numbers.  He is prone to forcing the ball at times though, so if the Giants can get a lot of pressure on him he may throw a pick or two.  They also have to worry about the two-headed running attack of LaDainian Tomlinson and Darren Sproles, who are averaging 3.4 yards per carry and have combined for four rushing touchdowns.  If the Giants continue like they have played lately, they wont have a chance.  I expect them to come out ready to play though and Eli should be able to bounce back.  I still see them falling just short to the Chargers and their offense.

FINAL SCORE PREDICTION:  San Diego Chargers 31, New York Giants 30