The Giants’ four‑back experiment backfired Sunday, as rookie Cam Skattebo dressed but recorded zero carries—a decision coach John Harbaugh says wasn’t intentional. New York’s ground game totaled just 84 yards on 20 attempts, with Tyrone Tracy Jr. (6 carries, 18 yards, 2 touchdowns), Devin Singletary (4 carries, 14 yards) and Najee Harris (4 carries, 2 yards) combining for a meager 2.4 yards per carry. The remaining 50 yards came from quarterback scrambles and a Darnell Mooney run, masking the backfield’s inefficiency. With none of the four backs hitting 20 rushing yards, the article argues the Giants should narrow future auditions to two backs with clear series, giving Skattebo a limited chance to prove his ball security and production.
The New Orleans Saints snapped their win streak with a 34-31 comeback victory over the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on October 18, 2026. Rookie returner Barion Brown shone with a 41‑yard kickoff return and a 23‑yard punt return, while cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. delivered a game‑changing performance with 7 solo tackles, a tackle for loss, 4 passes defended and 2 interceptions after replacing the injured Kool‑Aid McKinstry. The ground game was solid, posting 175 rushing yards (4.6 avg) led by Kendre Miller’s 70 yards. Despite a late‑fourth‑quarter wobble that nearly erased a 24‑point lead, coach Kellen Moore and kicker Daniel Carlson (who redeemed a missed 55‑yard attempt with 58‑ and 51‑yard field goals) secured the win.
Cam Skattebo sat and watched the Giants lose to the Saints without getting a single carry, and the story of why depends on who you ask. John Harbaugh says it was "not by design." Skattebo says he got punished.
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The Giants dropped second‑year running back Cam Skattebo after his four fumbles this season, leaving him with zero carries in the 34‑27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. Najee Harris started instead, registering four carries for two yards, while the other backs combined for just 34 yards on 14 attempts. Skattebo said he was “punished” for his mistakes, but head coach John Harbaugh insisted the lack of carries wasn’t a planned benching, claiming the play call simply didn’t call a run. With the backfield struggling, Harbaugh faces pressure to decide who can become "the guy" to revive the rushing attack.
After a 28-21 loss to the New Orleans Saints, Giants coach John Harbaugh faces pressure over the starting quarterback role. Jameis Winston (19) finished 14‑of‑26 for 152 yards, one TD and two interceptions, and says he’ll focus on doing his best while the decision rests with Harbaugh. Backup JJ McCarthy answered the call, throwing 11‑of‑21 for 243 yards, a touchdown and leading a 17‑point surge, averaging 11.5 yards per attempt versus Winston’s 5.8. With the Giants still atop the NFC East, the Week 7 starter remains undecided, highlighting the QB battle that could shape New York’s playoff hopes.
The Giants fall 34-27 to the Saints as running back chaos deepens. Cam Skattebo, benched after four early-season fumbles, sees no carries, while starter Najee Harris records just four rushes for two yards and admits he’s confused by the constant backfield shuffling. The trio of New York backs—Harris, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary—average a meager 2.4 yards per carry despite facing a defense that ranks seventh in rush yards allowed. Injuries on the O-line and a barrage of offensive changes couldn’t stop a 34‑point Saints run, leaving the Giants at 3‑2‑1 heading to Houston in Week 7.
The New Orleans Saints edge the New York Giants 34-27 on October 18, improving to 2‑4. Despite a shaky finish, cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. records two interceptions, and linebacker Isaiah Stalbird delivers a game‑changing play that spurs owner Gayle Benson’s call for urgency. Coach Kellen Moore says the team “found a way to win.”
Cam Skattebo was active for the New York Giants‘ 34-27 loss to the Saints at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, played six snaps, and never touched the ball. It was the first game of his career in which he dressed and finished without a carry or a target, and it dropped New York to 3-2-1. ESPN’s […]
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After the Giants’ 34-27 loss to the Saints in Week 6, head coach John Harbaugh benches Cam Skattebo, leaving the rookie running back on the sideline for the entire game. Harbaugh cites Skattebo’s four fumbles — the most on the team — and the lack of a clear RB1 as reasons for the move. In his absence, Najee Harris, Devin Singletary and Tyrone Tracy Jr. combine for just 34 yards on 14 carries, prompting a fresh battle for the RB1 spot heading into Week 7. Skattebo’s future snaps remain uncertain as New York seeks to curb turnovers and revive its rushing attack.
The New York Giants bench running back Cam Skattebo for the first time this season, leaving him on the sideline for six snaps without a single touch in a 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. The decision follows a Week 5 overtime fumble against Washington that gave the Commanders a chance to win, marking Skattebo’s fourth fumble in 81 carries. With Najee Harris, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary sharing the load, the Giants shift to a committee backfield as they try to tighten ball security. Skattebo’s next chance to earn carries comes in Week 7.
The New York Giants appeared to have control of Sunday’s matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Giants jumped out to a 10-0 lead and looked poised to build on the momentum they had established during the opening stages of the game. Instead, a promising afternoon turned into […]
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Giants running back Cam Skattebo finished the team’s 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday without a single touch, a week after his costly overtime fumble against the Washington Commanders. Skattebo viewed the reduced workload as punishment for that mistake. “I got punished for what I did (from last week). I understand it, […]
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Cleveland took control of the AFC North, and the Giants stumbled into a quarterback dilemma.
Coach John Harbaugh’s New York Giants dug themselves a hole against the New Orleans Saints in the third quarter, giving up 17 points and falling behind on a day when running back Cam Skattebo was benched. Starting QB Jameis Winston was also benched in favor of JJ McCarthy which drew a direct Harbaugh take after […]
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In his first legitimate on-field action since getting traded by the Minnesota Vikings, J.J. McCarthy almost led the New York Giants to a comeback win.
Harbaugh blamed the game script, but fans weren’t buying his explanation.
In Week 6, the New York Giants fall 34‑27 to the New Orleans Saints after coach John Harbaugh benches running back Cam Skattebo for his Week 5 fumble versus Washington. Skattebo, who recorded zero touches, acknowledges the punishment and vows to be ready when called. Without him, the Giants’ ground game sputters—quarterback J.J. McCarthy leads with just 26 rushing yards, and the team averages 2.4 yards per carry. The loss drops New York to a 3‑2‑1 record and sparks debate among fans about Harbaugh’s disciplinary timing.
The New Orleans Saints held off the New York Giants 34–27 in Week 6 on October 18, 2026.
Coach Kellen Moore’s New Orleans Saints beat the New York Giants 34-27 on a day when Alvin Kamara joined an excusive club. Tyler Shough played through two broken bones while defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry also went through an injury-related issue. Coach Moore explained what happened to McKinstry after the game in comments shared by ESPN […]
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J.J. McCarthy got an extended look in relief of an ineffective Jameis Winston in the Giants' loss to the Saints. In classic McCarthy fashion, he made both his new and old team look good for their decisions to get together for a trade.
The Giants' three‑game streak ends with a 34‑27 loss to the Saints on Oct. 18, 2026, highlighted by a dramatic fourth‑quarter rally. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy replaces struggling Jameis Winston and sparks the comeback, finishing 11‑of‑21 for 243 yards, a TD, and an interception while also leading the team in rushing. New York’s run defense collapses, allowing 38 carries for 143 yards, and its own ground game stalls at 84 yards, with only 34 yards from the primary backs. The article argues the QB switch should become permanent and that both the defensive front and rushing attack need immediate overhaul.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo was apparently in the doghouse for the club’s 34-27 Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He was seemingly benched after getting zero rush attempts or any targets on just six plays. However, head coach John Harbaugh is adamant that Skattebo was not actually benched. During the […]
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Cowboys Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown said the defensive players met after Week 5’s loss to the Buccaneers. Dallas HC Brian Schottenheimer praised their players for showing initiative to make changes and be accountable. “I love it,” Schottenheimer said, via ESPN. “I’ve said from the very beginning, the best teams I’ve ever been around are led […]
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Rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields has logged exactly two catches in each of the Giants’ first five games, finishing Week 6 with 10 receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown, including a 40‑yard grab. Despite being listed as a starter, the article argues the coaching staff should give Fields deliberate, early‑down looks rather than token targets, using his modest output to test his role without sacrificing veteran play from Malik Nabers, Isaiah Likely or Darnell Mooney. The piece urges a small experiment to gauge Fields’ ceiling before making long‑term judgments.
After a 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints, Giants coach John Harbaugh leaves the quarterback battle open. Jameis Winston, who finished 14‑26 for 152 yards, a TD and two interceptions, was pulled in the fourth quarter. Rookie J.J. McCarthy entered, threw for 243 yards, two touchdowns and one pick, and led a 17‑point rally that fell short with five seconds left. Harbaugh praised McCarthy’s effort but gave no word on a permanent switch, keeping the starting role undecided as New York sits 3‑2‑1.