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Exactly what led to the move is unclear
Deonte Banks, whose effort has been questioned a number of times this season, appeared to be benched by the New York Giants in the second quarter of Monday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Banks, who did not appear to suffer an injury, was replaced by Greg Stroman for the final two defensive series of the first half.
“Just thought needed a little bit more on that series,” said head coach Brian Daboll. “had a conversation with him. Went with the other guys.”
Here, from social media, is what reporters on the scene said:
A week ago, Banks, the Giants’ 2023 first-round pick, gave up on a play and allowed Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts to gain extra yardage. Earlier in the season, defensive backs coach Jerome Henderson was not happy with Banks’ effort on a 55-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb of the Dallas Cowboys.
Banks did not play in the second half. We will have more on whatever took place after the game.
Daboll said Banks “will bounce back.”
Daboll wouldn’t guarantee Banks will start vs. Washington this Sunday.
“We made a decision to go with another player,” Daboll said. “We’ll see where we’re at.”
