Jude McAtamney’s Sunday was one to forget.
The former Gaelic footballer and Rutgers standout struggled in the New York Giants’ stunning 33-32 loss to the Denver Broncos at Empower Field, where Big Blue blew a 19-0 halftime lead — due in no small part to McAtamney’s kicking woes.
The 25-year-old undrafted free agent from Northern Ireland spoiled standout performances from rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart and running back Cam Skattebo.
McAtamney's tough day started when he missed an extra point in the second quarter that would have put the Giants up 14-0.
That point would prove crucial. So would a few more.
The Giants went for two points following their next touchdown, but failed to convert, throwing them off the pace of the game.
More points wasted. Then the Broncos and coach Sean Payto