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Giants Special Teams Coordinator Chris Horton Calls Unit’s Mistakes 'Embarrassing'

Lost in the shuffle of the quarterback change, the roster tweaks, and the defensive struggles is the fact that the New York Giants ’ special teams unit, which started the season well, has also hit a rough patch.

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Cam Skattebo Issues Warning After Giants RB Decision

Cam Skattebo entered the 2026 season expected to lead the New York Giants’ backfield, but things took an awkward turn in Week 6. After starting the team’s first five games, the running back was left without a single carry in a 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Giants' Cam Skattebo was 'taught a lesson' via demotion as Jonathan Taylor trade rumors swirl

While speaking with reporters on Friday afternoon, Skattebo admitted that he was "taught a lesson" after he committed a costly fumble late in New York's 27-27 tie against the Washington Commanders on Oct. 11.

NFL analyst suggests Giants will seek RB1 to supplant Cam Skattebo before trade deadline

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

Giants players not worried about this possible J.J. McCarthy problem after QB switch

The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / HITC / October 23

Four-time Pro Bowler wants New York Giants to get Derrick Henry like talent to the roster

Former Los Angeles Rams tackle Andrew Whitworth has suggested the New York Giants to add Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor to their roster.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / October 23

Saquon Barkley argues why Eagles shouldn't embrace trade deadline fire sale

It sounds like star running back Saquon Barkley does not want the 2-4 Eagles to punt on this season quite yet.

Saquon Barkley upset people have made blood clot issue an 'Eagles vs. Jalen Hurts' story

NFL commissioner defends Eagles, treatment of Jalen Hurts

Will Eagles be sellers at the NFL trade deadline?

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / October 23

How J.J. McCarthy’s Jaxson Dart-Like Skill Set Changes the Giants’ Offense

The New York Giants’ offense hummed in Jaxson Dart’s only full game this season, and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy hopes J.J. McCarthy’s presence will have a similar effect.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 23

Giants players not worried about this possible J.J. McCarthy problem after QB switch

While speaking with reporters roughly 24 hours after J.J. McCarthy was named the Giants' QB1, New York wide receiver Malik Nabers addressed having to adjust to trying to catch passes thrown by the 2024 first-round draft pick.

Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: 49ers go down, Malik Nabers goes off

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

Why Giants reportedly are starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

The '2-passing-TD NFL debuts' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Giants OC Matt Nagy ‘Proud’ of How Cam Skattebo Handled Zero-Touch Game

Cam Skattebo may be in the New York Giants’ doghouse. But he also may be crawling out of it. Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy expressed appreciation for how Skattebo handled his zero-touch performance in their 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

Najee Harris News / Lindy's Sports / October 23

Giants cut Najee Harris, and the backfield plan is unclear

New York Giants released running back Najee Harris on Tuesday, two days after he started in a loss to the Saints. What the Giants do next in the backfield may matter more than the cut itself.

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The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

New York Giants News / HITC / October 23

Tom Brady sends message to Cam Skattebo after being benched by Giants HC John Harbaugh

John Harbaugh was forced to take drastic action at the weekend with running back Cam Skattebo following his four fumbles during the opening five weeks.

New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Giants DC ‘Fully Confident’ in Arvell Reese Calling Defense if Tremaine Edmunds Sits

If Tremaine Edmunds can’t play Sunday against the Houston Texans, Dennard Wilson is sure that Arvell Reese has what it takes to lead the defense. Wilson, the Giants’ defensive coordinator, expressed confidence in the rookie first-round linebacker Reese if Edmunds is unable to play.

New York Giants News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Giants’ Matt Nagy ensures JJ McCarthy’s Jaxson Dart-esque skillset will unlock playbook

The New York Giants are hoping to take charge of the NFC East this season. The Giants have moved into first place in the division with a 3-2-1 record as their opponents within the division are all struggling at this point.

New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Giants Teammates Already Raving About J.J. McCarthy Ahead of First Start

J.J. McCarthy has been the New York Giants’ starting quarterback for less than a week, but his teammates are already raving about him. Giants tight end Isaiah Likely and wide receiver Malik Nabers praised McCarthy’s attitude and skill set ahead of his first start for the Giants, against the Houston Texans on Sunday.

New York Giants News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Giants HC John Harbaugh’s J.J. McCarthy plan says it all about Jameis Winston’s shortcomings

John Harbaugh ultimately made his firm call on naming J.J. McCarthy as the New York Giants starting quarterback over Jameis Winston for the 2026 season.

Cam Skattebo News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Cam Skattebo may have lost his role with Giants

Once seen as a big part of the future of the New York Giants, Cam Skattebo’s future is looking somewhat uncertain. The Giants are likely to attempt to trade for a running back before the Nov.

Evan Neal News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Eagles Signing G Evan Neal

Per Zach Berman, the Eagles are signing G Evan Neal, as he was spotted on the practice field on Thursday. The move hasn’t been officially announced yet, but Neal was in Philadelphia for a tryout on Wednesday and then at practice today, according to Berman.

New York Giants News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Giants Expected To Explore Trade Market For Running Back

Per Connor Hughes, the Giants will likely try to add to their running back room before the upcoming trade deadline. Hughes admits he has his doubts that a move will come to fruition, however, and isn’t sure trading a day two pick or more for someone like Colts RB Jonathan Taylor is worth it.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22

3 Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: Talking 49ers, Malik Nabers, Tyler Higbee

After a brief intermission in our bold predictions series, we're back with three hot takes for NFL Week 7.

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

Giants' John Harbaugh may want to replace Cam Skattebo before trade deadline

The 'Last 100-catch season by NFL team' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 23

Analyst suggests Giants want to supplant Cam Skattebo before trade deadline

NFL analyst suggests Giants will seek RB1 to supplant Cam Skattebo before trade deadline

Before the Giants released veteran Najee Harris this week, Harbaugh made it clear that he wanted a back to "do something" to receive the bulk of the team's carries during games.

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starter

Colts' Jonathan Taylor addresses trade rumors after firing of Chris Ballard

Browns' Jerry Jeudy mum on trade desire amid modest start to season

Cowboys may make one more major trade after Stephen Jones tease

Packers star faces uncertain future after Matt LaFleur's troubling update

Josh Jacobs vows to 'learn from this mistake' amid NFL investigation

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 22

Giants' Winston knows why he was benched for McCarthy

Giants' Jameis Winston knows why he was benched for J.J. McCarthy

Giants HC John Harbaugh benched Winston in favor of McCarthy during what became the Giants' 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 18.

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Why Giants reportedly are starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

The 'Har-Bowl Super Bowl starting lineups' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 23

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

McCarthy revealed he had what he referred to as a "normal conversation" with Dart after Harbaugh made the quarterback switch official.

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

'Do something': John Harbaugh sends message to Cam Skattebo, Giants running backs

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

Paulson Adebo News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Giants Open CB Paulson Adebo’s 21-Day Practice Window

Giants cornerback Paulson Adebo has missed five straight games with a knee injury, but he may be nearing a return from IR. The Giants opened his 21-day practice window on Wednesday, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN.