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The anomalies stick in our brains because sore thumbs are far more memorable than healthy ones. Trent Dilfer and Nick Foles led their teams to Super Bowl victories. The same Jimmy Garoppolo who killed the 49ers on Sunday night – at times almost literally, leading Deebo Samuel into harm’s way – guided them to a Super Bowl appearance two years ago.

But as we have been reminded again, it is nearly impossible to reach the height of the NFL without an at least above-average signal-caller.

It is critical the Jets supply Zach Wilson with more weapons and construct a defense with more talent. The Giants must address an offensive line that has failed to keep Daniel Jones upright.