Giants Secure Decisive Victory Over Eagles, 34-17
The New York Giants defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 34-17, with rookie Cam Skattebo scoring three rushing touchdowns.
The New York Giants achieved a decisive 34-17 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football, improving their season record to 2-4. The Eagles, now 4-2, have suffered consecutive losses for the first time since 2023.
Rookie running back Cam Skattebo was instrumental in the Giants' win, scoring three rushing touchdowns on runs of 4, 1, and 1 yards. He accumulated 98 yards on 19 carries and added two receptions for 12 yards. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart completed 17 of 25 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown, and also contributed 58 rushing yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. Dart briefly exited in the third quarter for a concussion evaluation but returned after being cleared.
Wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson led the Giants' receiving corps with six catches for 84 yards and a touchdown. Lil’Jordan Humphrey added four receptions for 55 yards. The Giants' defense forced two critical fourth-quarter turnovers: cornerback Cor’Dale Flott intercepted Jalen Hurts at the Giants' 9-yard line and returned it 68 yards, and safety Dane Belton forced a fumble recovered by Dru Phillips.
For the Eagles, quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 24 of 33 passes for 283 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception. He also scored a rushing touchdown. Tight end Dallas Goedert had nine receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown, while wide receiver A.J. Brown caught six passes for 80 yards. Running back Saquon Barkley rushed for 58 yards on 12 carries.
The Giants outgained the Eagles 366 to 339 yards in total offense, demonstrating a strong performance on both sides of the ball.