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Giants starting rookie tackles on O-line against Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants are starting two rookies at offensive tackle for their game against the New York Jets.

The Giants are giving Bobby Hart the start at right tackle with regular Marshall Newhouse inactive with a back injury. Top draft pick Ereck Flowers has started at left tackle all season.

The Jets are third overall on defense and first against the rush. Defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson has eight sacks.

Mark Herzlich is getting the start at strong side linebacker with Devon Kennard out and Craig Dahl is starting for the injured Brandon Meriweather at safety.

Buster Skrine is starting at cornerback for the Jets with Darrelle Revis and Marcus Williams inactive with injuries.