It was over when
The Ravens kicked a field goal with just more than 2 minutes remaining in the game to pull within a point at 13-12. Baltimore got the ball back with 28 seconds remaining, not enough time for Troy Smith to mount a comeback.
Game ball
Rookie receiver Steve Smith made the first touchdown reception of his NFL career, a 10-yard catch that was the Giants' only touchdown of the game.
Key stat
Giants quarterback Eli Manning was 10-of-13 for 114 yards and a touchdown but had trouble holding on to the football. He lost two fumbles in his lone half of work.
Noteworthy
The Giants suffered a barrage of injuries, including Mike Jennings (Achilles), Will Demps (elbow), Sam Madison (hamstring) and Smith (concussion). Jennings will be lost for the season. The Giants even received a scare when reserve quarterback Jared Lorenzen stomped on the toe of running back Brandon Jacobs, who eventually shook it off. ... Baltimore quarterback Troy Smith completed 4-of-8 passes for 60 yards. The former Heisman Trophy winner is competing with Drew Olson (1-of-4, 6 yards) for the third quarterback spot.
