The New York Giants suffered a rough afternoon against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8, falling 38-20. Frustrations boiled over on the sideline and in the locker room after the loss, especially for edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux, who felt one specific call summed up everything that went wrong for his team.
Late in the first half, the Eagles lined up for their signature short-yardage play, the Tush Push, on fourth-and-inches. Jalen Hurts tried to power forward behind his offensive line, but Thibodeaux burst through the pile and knocked the ball loose.
The Giants appeared to recover, sparking brief celebrations before officials ruled that Hurts’ forward progress had been stopped before the fumble. The call not only negated a turnover but also gave the Eagles a fresh set of downs, allowing them to extend their drive and eventually score.
Thibodeaux was visibly frustrated, later using sarcasm to express his disbelief at the decision, calling it a “great call.”
“Sounds like some bullsh*t to me,” Thibodeaux said. “I mean, that was a great call by the ref.”
Kayvon Thibodeaux on the tush push fumble problem and explanation: “sounds like some bullshit to me”
Then Brian Burns cautions: “you’ll get fined”
Thibodeaux: “sorry. That was a great call by the ref” #talkinball pic.twitter.com/5B13OLLXrQ
— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) October 26, 2025
His remark highlighted the mounting irritation within the Giants over how the Tush Push continues to be officiated. The controversial play has sparked debate for nearly two years, with many defensive players and coaches arguing that it gives offenses an unfair edge in short-yardage situations.
The Giants had already been struggling to contain Hurts and the Eagles’ offense, but the disputed play added fuel to the fire. The third-year pass rusher has been a vocal leader on defense, and his postgame sarcasm reflected both his competitive fire and his frustration with the lack of consistency in officiating.
Kayvon Thibodeaux Trade Rumors
Amid the Giants’ disappointing start, Thibodeaux’s name has quietly surfaced in trade speculation around the league. Despite being one of New York’s top defensive talents, the presence of other edge rushers like Brian Burns and Abdul Carter has fueled talk that the team could listen to offers before the deadline.
His mix of youth, contract control, and pass-rushing ability makes him an attractive target. The Giants exercised his fifth-year option earlier this year, keeping him under team control through 2026, but that also increased his value on the market.
Still, moving Thibodeaux would be a significant decision. The Giants see him as part of their long-term defensive core, and any trade would require a major return. Unless a contender makes a substantial offer, New York may prefer to hold onto its young star and let him continue to develop.
For now, the trade buzz remains speculation, but as frustration mounts and the season unfolds, his situation will be one to watch closely.
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