NFL.com's top plays from Giants-Chiefs
The Giants will travel to Kansas City to take on the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday Night Football. It will be the 15th meeting between the two clubs, with the Giants leading the all-time series, 11-3.
Ahead of the primetime matchup, NFL.com ranked the Giants' top five all-time plays against the AFC foes:
1. LB Harry Carson 22-yard fumble return for a touchdown in Week 8 of the 1979 season. With the Giants trailing by three, linebacker Brian Kelly forced a fumble, which was recovered by Carson and returned 22 yards for the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter.
2. WR Roger Lewis' 34-yard reception to set up the winning field goal in overtime of the Week 11 matchup during the 2017 season. The Giants came into this home game as big underdogs, but upset the Chiefs thanks to a big play by an unlikely receiver. Lewis made a remarkable play to catch a 34-yard pass from Manning in overtime, giving the Giants a first down on the Chiefs two-yard line. The Giants went on to win the game after Aldrick Rosas connected on a 23-yard field goal.
3. S Tito Wooten's fumble recovery in the end zone for a touchdown in Week 2 of the 1995 season. This play is certainly the craziest to make this list. DE Robert Harris sacked Chiefs QB Steve Bono, forcing a fumble which was picked up by DT Keith Hamilton. Hamilton then returned the fumble 87 yards before being stripped of the ball right before the Chiefs goal line. Wooten then jumped on the ball in the end zone for a touchdown, but the Chiefs would end up winning the game in overtime, 20-17.
4. RB Tiki Barber's 41-yard touchdown run in Week 15 of the 2005 season. Barber finished the game with an incredible 29 rushes for 220 yards and two touchdowns, adding five receptions for 29 yards, and the Giants would win the game, 27-17.
5. WR Hakeem Nicks' 54-yard touchdown reception from QB Eli Manning in Week 4 of the 2009 season. The Giants went on to defeat the Chiefs, 27-16, at Arrowhead, thanks to three touchdown passes from Manning and five sacks from the Big Blue defense.
Of course, there is one game that sticks out in particular in the series.
As Giants.com's Michael Eisen wrote earlier this season on the 20th anniversary, 12 days after the attacks on September 11, 2001, the Giants traveled to Kansas City for their first game following the tragic events. Arrowhead Stadium is traditionally one of the NFL's most inhospitable venues for visiting teams. But that day, the fans rose to their feet and cheered constantly for the team from New York. They also passed firefighters' boots through the crowd to collect money for the relief effort in the metropolitan area.
"We got a standing ovation," Amani Toomer said. "I remember everybody telling me how bad Kansas City was, and that was the only time I've ever played in Kansas City, besides the time when I was on the Chiefs for a preseason game. It was weird, because everybody talks about that as a tough place to play, and I remember it being a very friendly place to play."
"I remember going out before the game to warm up and the fans were so warm and welcoming," former backup quarterback and current offensive coordinator Jason Garrett said. "It was such an emotional time. I can remember them playing a lot of Bob Dylan before the game and it just seemed like a surreal experience. But the great takeaway was this fanbase in Kansas City that was always so behind their team was certainly behind the Chiefs, but you also felt their support for our team and for people in our area and that was a great takeaway. I think you reflect back on just the national anthem, and I can remember guys were just crying. It was just such an emotional thing and then you had to kind of get your energy right, take a deep breath and go play a football game.
"Personally, for me, I held in that game for the first time, and I can remember the pressure of that. Needing a field goal late in the game and Morten Andersen was our kicker and just making sure, hey, catch it and get it down. This is damn important. Good thing it all worked out. I thought our organization and our team did a great job responding to that time."
The Giants won, 13-3, but the outcome was the least memorable part of the day.
"I didn't realize it would be as emotional as it was," Toomer said. "Everything for the whole two weeks just welled up. (Former Giants wide receiver) Thabiti Davis saluted during the national anthem, and he was crying. I guess I was that young, nothing that real ever really happened. So, when something really real happens, and it basically changed our entire country, it's changed everything, our relations with a lot of different things, and it's like the end of the innocence, I guess, for our country.
"We had guys crying in the locker room, crying when they were doing the national anthem. I remember Bon Jovi singing America the Beautiful at that firehouse in New York City. The last thing I wanted to do was play a football game that day, because it was just such a heavy lift. I remember we won the game, and that was a really exciting feeling. I remember it being a very, very difficult situation."
🎙️ Papa's Perspective | Giants vs. Chiefs memories
Bob Papa discusses classic Giants matchups with the Kansas City Chiefs, including an emotional win for Big Blue on September 23, 2001 in the team's first game following the September 11th terrorist attacks.
📸 Through the Years: Giants vs. Chiefs
Check out the gallery below to view rare photos of the history between the New York Giants and Kansas City Chiefs ahead of their Week 8 matchup on Monday Night Football.
View rare photos of the history between the New York Giants and Kansas City Chiefs ahead of their Week 8 matchup on Monday Night Football.
Giants TE Mark Bavaro gathers in a Phil Simms pass over the Chiefs' Lloyd Burruss and Aaron Pearson, right, for a first quarter touchdown at Giants Stadium, Dec. 11, 1988.
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) throws a pass during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs in East Rutherford on November 25, 1984. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 28-27. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants defensive tackle Jim Burt (64) takes out Kansas City Chiefs running back Ken Lacy (40) during an NFL game in East Rutherford on November 25, 1984. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 28-27. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants linebacker Carl Banks (58) pass rushes during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs in East Rutherford on November 25, 1984. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 28-27. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms (11) throws a pass during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs in East Rutherford on November 25, 1984. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 28-27. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants running back Rob Carpenter (26) is seen in action during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs Nov. 25, 1984, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Chuck Solomon via AP)
New York Giants kicker Ali Haji-Sheikh (6) is seen in action during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs Nov. 25, 1984, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Chuck Solomon via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Jeff Hostetler enjoys a scoring moment with teammate Mark Ingram during the first quarter of game against the Kansas City Chiefs in East Rutherford, New Jersey Saturday, Dec. 20, 1992. Hostetler connected for Ingram for a 21 yard touchdown pass, one of two tossed by the quarterback, after being out for three weeks with a severe concussion. The Giants downed the Chiefs 35-21. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
New York Giants receiver Chris Calloway runs with a reception during an NFL Football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 17, 1995 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Chiefs defeated the Giants 20-17. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants running back Rodney Hampton dives forward for yadage during an NFL Football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 17, 1995 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Chiefs defeated the Giants 20-17. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants, Michael Strahan (92) during a game against the Kansas City Chief on December 20, 1998 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants beat the Chiefs 28-7. Michael Strahan played for 15 years all with the Giants. He was a 7-time Pro Bowler and was inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.(AP Photo/David Durochik)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) runs upfield during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, N.J., Dec. 20, 1998. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 28-7. (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants coach Jim Fassel wears a New York Police Department cap while pausing during a moment of silence before a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 23, 2001. New York coaches and officials wore New York emergency services caps to honor those killed at the World Trade Center during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez blocks against New York Giants Brandon Short during an NFL football game on Sept. 23, 2001 in Kansas City, Mo. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 13-3. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants quarterback Kerry Collins calls signals at the line during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 23, 2001 in Kansas City, Mo. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 13-3. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Tiki Barber #21 of the New York Giants runs for yardage against the Kansas City Chiefs during an NFL football game on Sept. 23, 2001 in Kansas City, Mo. The Giants won 13-3. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants defensive back Jason Sehorn defends on a play during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 23, 2001 in Kansas City, Mo. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 13-3. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants running back Ron Dayne runs for yardage during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 23, 2001 in Kansas City, Mo. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 13-3. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Trent Green (10) looks for a receiver as New York Giants cornerback Jason Sehorn (31) forces him out of the pocket in the third quarter Sunday, Sept. 23, 2001, in Kansas City, Mo. New York won 13-3. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants cornerback Will Allen (25) brings down Kansas City Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez during the first half Sunday, Sept. 23, 2001, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. New York won 13-3. (AP Photo/Ed Zurgal)
New York Giants' Tiki Barber escapes from Kansas City Chiefs' Kendrell Bell during the third quarter in NFL football action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. Barber ran for 220 yards and the Giants won, 27-17.(AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giantswide receiver Plaxico Burress gains 15 yards on a pass-play as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Eric Warfield, reart, attempts to bring him down during fourth-quarter NFL football Saturday night, Dec. 17, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won, 27-17. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Tiki Barber powers his way to the end zone as Kansas City Chiefs' Greg Wesley tries to bring him down in the fourth quarter of NFL football action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won, 27-17. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants' Tiki Barber, left, heads down field ahead of Kansas City Chiefs' Greg Wesley (25) to score a touchdown during the second quarter of NFL football action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants' Amani Toomer manages to keep his knee from touching the ground despite the efforts of Kansas City Chiefs Kendrell Bell, left, and Sammy Knight during the fourth quarter in NFL football action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. Toomer broke free on the play and scored a touchdown. The play was reviewed but the call stood. The Giants won, 27-17. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants' Amani Toomer (81) holds up the ball after scoring a touchdown despite the efforts of Kansas City Chiefs' Greg Wesley (25) during the fourth quarter of NFL action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants' Amani Toomer, right, drags along Kansas City Chiefs' Greg Wesley on his way to the end zone during the fourth quarter of NFL football action Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won, 27-17. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan, left, grabs Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Trent Green by the jersey during fourth quarter NFL football Saturday night, Dec. 17, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won, 27-17. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer (81) breaks a tackle by Kansas City Chiefs safety Sammy Knight, left, as he runs 31 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter NFL football Saturday night, Dec. 17, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants beat the Chiefs, 27-17. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Trent Green (10) is sacked by New York Giants defensive tackle Kendrick Allen during first quarter NFL football Saturday night, Dec. 17, 2005, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson, center, is pulled down by New York Giants safety C.C. Brown, left, and safety Michael Johnson after running up the middle for a 15-yard gain during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning passes during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs with the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs with the ball as Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Corey Mays (51) defends during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss, center, catches a pass as Kansas City Chiefs safety Jarrad Page, left, and safety Jon McGraw, right, defend during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce (58) celebrates after stopping Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson during second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City. The Giants won 27-16. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs past Kansas City Chiefs safety Jon McGraw (47) during the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City. The Giants won 27-16. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith, front, catches a 25-yard pass for a touchdown as Kansas City Chiefs safety Jarrad Page looks on during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel (7) is knocked to the ground by New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora after throwing during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning yells instructions during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to pass during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith, right, catches a 25-yard pass for a touchdown as Kansas City Chiefs safety Jarrad Page looks on during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham, left, catches a pass under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Flowers (24) for a 43-yard gain during the first quarter of a their NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith (12) gets past Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Brown (30) to score a touchdown during the second quarter of a their NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe (82) is tackled by New York Giants middle linebacker Mark Herzlich (58) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
The New York Giants defense gets set at the line of scrimmage against the Kansas City Chiefs offense during an NFL football game on Sept. 29, 2013 in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won, 31-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe (82) catches a ball against New York Giants middle linebacker Mark Herzlich (58) and cornerback Aaron Ross (31) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants outside linebacker Spencer Paysinger (52) recovers a ball fumbled by the Kansas City Chiefs with help from defensive tackle Mike Patterson (93) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Akeem Jordan (55) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster (22) is run out of bounds by New York Giants strong safety Antrel Rolle (26) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks to hand the ball off during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants outside linebacker Spencer Paysinger (52) recovers a fumble during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) runs in the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes to a teammate during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants defensive back Terrell Thomas (24) brings down Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster (22) during the second half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Dunta Robinson (21) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) looks to advance under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Dunta Robinson (21) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) in action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) looks to advance under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Dunta Robinson (21) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) reacts with teammates after rushing for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) greets Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce (87) after an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 12-9. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Jerell Adams (89) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs' Reggie Ragland (59) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87 is tackled by New York Giants safety Darian Thompson (27) in action Sunday Nov.19, 2017 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Kansas City Chiefs' Eric Murray (21) chases New York Giants' Evan Engram (88) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Evan Engram (88) is tackled during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) prepares for the snap during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, East Rutherford, NJ. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 12-9. (Al Tielemans via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) rushes as Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker Justin Houston (50) and Chris Jones (95) watch during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back Orleans Darkwa (26) celebrates with teammates Brett Jones (69) and Chad Wheeler (63) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs with the ball during the game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, East Rutherford, NJ. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 12-9. (Al Tielemans via AP)
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) is tackled by New York Giants' Ross Cockrell (37) and Calvin Munson (46) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants tight end Rhett Ellison (85) runs with the ball during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, East Rutherford, NJ. The Giants defeated the Chiefs 12-9. (Al Tielemans via AP)
