Brady was pressured on the play by Justin Tuck.
Wes Welker led the Patriots in receiving yards in the first half -- 55 -- and finished with seven catches for 60 yards but no touchdown.
Victor Cruz caught this pass from Manning to stake the Giants to a 9-3 lead.
Brady completed 10 consecutive passes on a scoring drive that ended just before halftime, giving New England a 10-9 lead.
Aaron Hernandez caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Brady in the third quarter to give the Patriots a 17-9 lead.