Isaiah Likely Shines in Giants' Season Opening Victory

In the Giants' Week 1 matchup, Isaiah Likely emerged as a key player in their 28-20 victory against the Cowboys. Following head coach John Harbaugh to New York, Likely showcased his skills as both a tight end and a wide receiver, becoming a favorite target for quarterback Jaxson Dart.

Likely caught all eight of his targets, accumulating 78 receiving yards and scoring two touchdowns. His performance was instrumental in the Giants' first win of the season, marking a significant moment in Harbaugh's coaching tenure. The Giants utilized multiple tight end and two-back formations, allowing Likely to leverage his receiver-like abilities effectively.

Throughout the game, Likely was pivotal in key moments, including a 19-yard reception that set up a scoring drive and two touchdowns that helped establish a lead. His contributions suggest he may surpass his previous season's performance, where he recorded only one touchdown and 27 receptions while playing for the Ravens.