The edict was essentially given back in January for Brian Daboll. He needed to win to remain the New York Giants ' head coach.

Owner John Mara wanted -- expected -- even better results. It created a tricky spot for Daboll with dueling agendas -- win while simultaneously developing a rookie quarterback.

He didn't get it done. The Giants are sitting at 2-8 for the third consecutive season.

In a year when New York needed to show progress, it's stuck in quicksand. The Giants aren't just losing, they seem to be finding new and unprecedented ways to lose every week -- with the final straw being a 24-20 loss Sunday in Chicago.

It was the second time this season the Giants blew at least a 10-point lead with under four minutes remaining. They are just the second team in the Super Bowl era t

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