Darren Rizzi returns to New Jersey to battle the struggling Giants
- Darren Rizzi returns to New Jersey with the New Orleans Saints as interim head coach.
- The Saints are looking to extend the Giants' losing streak in their matchup.
- Rizzi aims to secure his position as head coach and assist the Saints' late-season run.
In East Rutherford, New Jersey, on December 8, 2024, Darren Rizzi returns to his home state as the interim head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Rizzi, who has a 2-1 record since replacing Dennis Allen in November, looks to extend the Giants' losing streak during their matchup at MetLife Stadium. With the Saints struggling at a 4-8 record, Rizzi's goal is to spark a late-season run to solidify his place as the permanent head coach while taking advantage of the Giants' current woes. The Giants have been in poor form, hoping to put an end to their seven-game losing streak, which has left them winless at home this season, while Rizzi and the Saints still have a chance to contend in the NFC South despite their record. The Giants currently find themselves deep in a slump, with injuries compounded by offensive struggles, making it difficult for them to find solutions. In contrast, New Orleans still has a shot at making the playoffs despite their underwhelming record and have a focus on capitalizing on this game to improve their standings in the division and secure their coach's future with the team overall. Rizzi acknowledges the weight of the moment but remains focused on coaching effectively, keeping his past connections to the Giants secondary to his current role.