The New York Giants entered their Week 6 divisional clash against the Philadelphia Eagles with a 1-4 record, desperately seeking a morale-boosting victory. As heavy home underdogs, they defied the odds in a thrilling NFL matchup that showcased their revitalized offense.
Rookie running back Cam Skattebo stole the spotlight, bulldozing his way to three rushing touchdowns and powering the Giants to their second 30-plus-point performance of the season — the first under rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.
Skattebo’s explosive outing earned him Giants Wire Player of the Game honors.
He capped his stellar day with 98 rushing yards on 19 carries, complemented by two receptions for 12 yards, as the Giants cruised to a decisive blowout over their NFC East rivals.
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart and edge rusher Brian Burns also delivered standout efforts on Thursday night, putting them in strong contention for Player of the Game recognition.
Skattebo has injected fresh vitality into the Giants’ offense alongside Dart. The rookie back has seized his opportunity over the past several weeks amid Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s injury absence. Tracy made his triumphant return to the lineup on Thursday, yet Skattebo held firm as the featured back.
The dynamic Skattebo-Dart tandem rebounded impressively from their role in last week’s turnovers, breathing new life into the Giants’ attack. As these rookies continue to shine in their debut NFL season, New York fans eagerly anticipate more highlights in the Giants’ quest for playoff contention.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles Player of the Game: Cam Skattebo
Reporting by Tyler Henry, Giants Wire / Giants Wire
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