Giants Lose to Packers, Dart in Concussion Protocol

The New York Giants fell to 2-9 on Sunday with a 27-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, marking their fifth consecutive defeat under new interim head coach Mike Kafka, who is preparing the team for a matchup against the Detroit Lions this weekend amid uncertainty over rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart's availability.

Kafka, promoted on November 10 after the firing of Brian Daboll, addressed reporters Monday following the loss, which saw the Giants squander a fourth-quarter lead. Jameis Winston, starting in place of the injured Dart, threw for 201 yards with one interception in the end zone with 36 seconds remaining, sealing the defeat. The Packers capitalized on a late touchdown drive, scoring 27 points after managing just 20 combined in their previous two games. Despite the setback, Kafka announced no immediate changes to the coaching staff, including defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, whose unit allowed the decisive score.

"We're going to go and attack this week of prep," Kafka said. "The coaches are excited about it. We just watched the tape with some good, fresh ideas." He emphasized maintaining status quo to focus on improvement, noting the team's resolve...