What happened: New York Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson said his father died last week, causing him to miss a practice. Wilson said the unit's performance against the Los Angeles Rams was still no excuse. He pointed to improvement against the Tennessee Titans, his former team.

Why it matters: New York's defense is under pressure to rebound after the Rams showing as the schedule moves to Tennessee. Wilson's familiarity with the Titans offers scheme context for the turnaround effort. His continued presence also keeps leadership intact on the coaching staff.

What to watch: New York faces Tennessee next, with attention on whether Wilson's adjustments tighten the defense.