The New York Giants topped the Carolina Panthers 38-23 in a pivotal Week 12 matchup of the 2028 season, solidifying their playoff aspirations. Both teams entered the contest looking to gain momentum as the regular season approached its final stretch, but it was the Giants who emerged victorious, showcasing a balanced attack and timely defense. Drew Mestemaker led the Panthers' offense with a strong performance, throwing for 348 yards and two touchdowns. Chuba Hubbard added a solid ground game with 104 rushing yards, while Cam Coleman was a standout in the receiving corps with 114 yards. Despite the individual brilliance from the Panthers, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Giants’ efficient scoring and execution. Defensively, the Giants made crucial plays that impacted the game's outcome, highlighted by Cooper DeJean's two interceptions that halted Panther drives at key moments. Jevon Holland also contributed to the defensive effort with seven total tackles, helping to stifle Carolina's momentum. The turning point came in the third quarter when DeJean's second interception led to a Giants touchdown, effectively swinging the momentum and allowing New York to maintain control for the remainder of the game.