Jerry Reese says he's the reason the New York Giants are 1-6 this season.

The Giants are on a bye this week and have the NFL's third-worst record. They finished 11-5 last season.

"This is the roster that I put together. I'm the reason we're 1-6," Reese said. "So we lose together, we win together. I believe everyone is accountable here for what goes on. We're 1-6 together. But you can put it all on me."

Reese says the blame should be in his direction, and he knows where the spotlight shines.

"It's the National Football League. If you can't take criticism, you should quit," Reese said. "If you're a general manager of a football team, or a player, or a quarterback, or you play any position, if you can't take criticism, you should quit."