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New York Giants Fire DC Shane Bowen Immediately After Crushing Loss to Cowboys

East Rutherford, NJ – September 14, 2025

The New York Giants wasted no time making changes after their heartbreaking Week 2 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Moments after the final whistle, the team officially announced the firing of defensive coordinator Shane Bowen.

The decision came just minutes after the Giants’ defense surrendered 37 points in regulation, including 20 points in the fourth quarter alone. Despite the Giants’ offense exploding for 21 points in the fourth quarter to storm back into contention, the defensive collapse ultimately doomed them.

Bowen, in his second season with New York, faced heavy criticism for calling a prevent defense late in the game and for failing to generate a consistent pass rush against Dak Prescott. Fans voiced their anger loudly on social media, with many calling for his dismissal even before the game had ended.

Head coach Brian Daboll explained the move, saying the team needed a new voice on defense. “We have talent up front, but the execution hasn’t been there. At this level, results matter. We need to move forward with urgency.”

The Giants entered the season optimistic about their defense, especially after holding Washington to 21 points in Week 1. But the collapse in Dallas erased any remaining confidence in Bowen’s leadership.

Assistant head coach and linebackers coach John Egorugwu is expected to take over interim defensive coordinator duties as the Giants prepare for a daunting Week 3 matchup with Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.

For Giants fans, the move was a clear sign that the front office listened to their frustration. For the players, it was a reminder that patience runs thin when expectations are not met.

 

Eagles Star CB Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean is mourning a profound personal loss following the team’s Week 5 game , as his cousin Justin Fuller a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville.   Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.”   DeJean —whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller’s mother, grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Dejean that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how he lives and plays today.” In the Eagles’ defensive system, DeJean has steadily earned complete trust thanks to his versatility — working outside at corner, in the slot (nickel), and on coverage units — and standing out for top-end speed, precise tackling angles, and the ability to read quarterbacks. Coaches describe him as “calm, wise beyond his years, and disciplined at the catch point,” consistently maintaining leverage and finishing clean in tight spaces. Through the first five games of 2025, DeJean has played every defensive snap and totaled 36 tackles (26 solo) with five passes defensed, reinforcing his value on the perimeter and inside.  The Philadelphia Eagles have provided time and private support for DeJean and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. An FAA investigation into the accident is underway, while tributes to “Spidey” continue to pour in across social media from military colleagues, fellow skydivers, and fans nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. DeJean kept his public remarks brief before being embraced by teammates:“He taught me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”