Tensions Boil Over at Giants Practice as Fights Break Out During OTAs
The New York Giants had a rough practice on Thursday, June 5, after a scuffle between players forced an early end to the session. It’s not exactly what fans want to hear, especially with the season still months away — but hopefully, it’s just a one-off incident, not a sign of deeper issues.
The altercation erupted during the final moments of a non-contact OTA session. According to Big Blue View, things escalated when edge rusher and left tackle got into a heated brawl, prompting coaches to separate them and send one player to the sideline. On the very next snap, another defender swung at an offensive lineman — who narrowly dodged the punch — which led to a second skirmish, and eventually, both initial players were back on the ground throwing punches.
With tensions running high, head coach Brian Daboll decided to shut practice down a few minutes early. Given the circumstances, it was likely the right call.
QB Tries to Keep the Peace
Quarterback Russell Wilson downplayed the incident, framing it as part of the competitive nature of practice.
“We’re all pushing to be our best,” he told Fox Sports. “These things happen when practices are long and intense. Every great team I’ve been part of has had moments like this… nothing to be concerned about.”
Heat and High Intensity to Blame?
Temperatures hit the 90s during Thursday’s practice, and one of the players involved admitted the heat may have played a role.
“It got to us,” he said. “We’re out here grinding, trying to improve. Tempers flared — but it’s nothing serious. We squashed it.”
He also suggested that this kind of fire isn’t all bad: “At times, it’s healthy. You want to keep the edge, that competitive mindset. That ‘dawg’ mentality is something we need.”
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