The New York Giants made headlines on Thursday Night Football as rookies Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo delivered a performance for the ages. The young duo combined for five total touchdowns, propelling the Giants to a stunning 34-17 victory over the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. With their energy, teamwork, and record-setting achievements, Dart and Skattebo breathed new life into a franchise hungry for revival.
A Night to Remember in New York
The Giants entered Thursday’s matchup as clear underdogs, facing an Eagles team that had dominated the NFC East in recent years. But from the very first quarter, it was clear that this was a new era for New York football.
Jaxson Dart, in just his third career start, ran 20 yards for the first touchdown of the night before connecting with Wan-Dale Robinson on a 35-yard pass to give the Giants an early 13-3 lead. The Eagles fought back to take a brief 17-13 advantage, but that was where their luck ended.
From that moment on, Dart and Skattebo took full control. The Giants shut down Philadelphia’s offense entirely while Skattebo powered through for three rushing touchdowns, each followed by his signature backflip and surfing celebration that sent MetLife Stadium into a frenzy.
Breaking Barriers and Making History
Cam Skattebo’s three-touchdown night placed him in rare company — becoming only the second Giants rookie ever, and the first since 2011, to record three rushing scores in a single game. Jaxson Dart also made history as the first Giants rookie quarterback since 1950 to beat the Eagles.
Their combined efforts marked another milestone — the first time since 1980 that two Giants rookies scored rushing touchdowns in the same game. Dart finished the night completing 17 of 25 passes for 195 yards and adding 58 rushing yards on 13 carries. With this, he joined an elite group of quarterbacks, including Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson, to rush for over 50 yards in each of their first three NFL starts.
A Bond Built on Leadership and Positivity
Skattebo credited the partnership he shares with Dart for the team’s newfound confidence and direction. “Me and him do a lot of things on the side together, talk a lot together about kind of getting this turned around,” he said. “Not doing it on our own, but getting everyone to buy in and continue to stay positive and work to be better.”
He added, “The franchise has been a losing franchise the last couple years, but that’s not who we are right now. We need to continue to build and build and build each and every day and have these guys with positive mindsets, and get away from that losing mindset. We won the game tonight, and I felt that through these guys.”
Their teamwork and shared optimism have already made them beloved by fans, whose excitement is spreading across New York as the team’s energy shifts toward hope.
Coach Daboll Praises His Young Stars
Giants head coach Brian Daboll expressed confidence in his rookie quarterback while acknowledging there’s still more to learn. “I’ve liked everything about Dart since we got him,” Daboll said. “Again, he’s not perfect, it’s not gonna be perfect, whatever it may be. But you’ve got toughness. He sees the field well. You’ve got athleticism, vision, leadership. But it’s three games in, 2-1 as a starting quarterback. Got a lot to work on. He’ll be the first to tell you that, but he’s a leader.”
With two wins in their last three games, Daboll and his young duo are proving that the Giants may finally be finding their rhythm again.
For a franchise long seeking a spark, Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo have delivered just that. Their chemistry, leadership, and record-breaking performances have reignited belief in Giants Nation. As fans left MetLife Stadium chanting their names, one thing became clear — the future of the New York Giants looks brighter than it has in years.