Opportunity Knocks for Blues Veteran as Giants Await In the wake of a season-ending injury to starting quarterback Daniel Jones, the New York Giants have turned their attention to tenured NFL veteran Josh Johnson. The 36-year-old journeyman has spent the past three years as the backup to Matthew Stafford with the Los Angeles Rams. With Jones sidelined for the foreseeable future, Johnson has been thrust into the spotlight and presented with a golden opportunity. The Giants, surprisingly at 7-2 and in contention for their first playoff berth since 2016, will rely heavily on Johnson’s experience and leadership. Johnson, who has started only seven games in his 16-year career, possesses a wealth of knowledge and has earned the respect of his teammates. Despite his limited playing time, he has consistently impressed coaches and players alike with his grasp of the playbook and his ability to make quick decisions. “Josh is a consummate professional,” said Giants head coach Brian Daboll. “He’s been in the league a long time, he’s been in different systems, and he’s played in some big games. We have a lot of confidence in him.” The Giants will face a formidable challenge in their first game without Jones, as they travel to Seattle to take on the surging Seahawks. The Seahawks defense ranks among the NFL’s best, and the Giants offense will need to be at its best to give Johnson a chance at success. For Johnson, this opportunity represents a chance to prove his worth and potentially extend his NFL career. While he may not be the long-term solution at quarterback for the Giants, he has the talent and the drive to make a significant impact in the short term. “I’ve always been ready, waiting for my opportunity,” said Johnson. “Now that it’s here, I’m going to make the most of it.” The Giants and their fans will be watching closely as Johnson takes the reins of the offense. The veteran quarterback has a chance to write his name into the franchise’s history books and help lead them to their first Super Bowl title since 2012.Carlton’s Adam Saad believes the Blues have a legitimate chance at premiership glory this season. Entering July in second place, Carlton has won five consecutive games and is six points clear of third.Carlton’s Adam Saad believes the Blues have a legitimate chance at premiership glory this season. Entering July in second place, Carlton has won five consecutive games and is six points clear of third. Saad, a veteran of 187 games, has never been in a better position to win a premiership. He attributes Carlton’s success to the team’s consistency and belief in their game plan. Despite facing an unpredictable Greater Western Sydney team on Saturday night, Saad is confident Carlton can secure a victory. He acknowledges the Giants’ star power but emphasizes the importance of sticking to their own game. Saad highlights Toby Greene as a key player for GWS but remains confident in Carlton’s ability to contain him. He believes the return of Tom De Koning and the recall of Matthew Cottrell will bolster the Blues’ chances. The Giants, on the other hand, have made several changes to their lineup, including the return of Aaron Cadman and the recall of James Peatling and Darcy Jones. They hope to improve on their recent performances and climb back into the top eight.With the Giants set to visit MetLife Stadium on Sunday, New York Giants’ veteran defensive back Julian Love has an opportunity to make a statement. Love, who played college football at Notre Dame, has been a key contributor to the Giants’ defense since being drafted in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. After starting 11 games in his rookie season, Love has started every game for the Giants over the past two seasons. He has totaled 192 tackles, six interceptions, and 27 pass deflections during that span. Love will be tasked with covering Giants’ wide receiver Sterling Shepard, the Giants’ leading receiver in 2021. Shepard is known for his quickness and route-running ability, so Love will need to be on top of his game to keep him in check. If Love can have a strong performance against the Giants, it will be a major boost to his confidence and will help him establish himself as one of the top young defensive backs in the NFL.