Jaxson Dart Leads Giants to Victory Against Eagles
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The New York Giants secured their first win in the NFC East since the 2023 season, defeating the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 34-17 at MetLife Stadium. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was the key figure in this victory, ending a losing streak in the division.
Dart, who was not intimidated by the challenge, brought energy to the Giants’ offense. He threw for 195 yards with 17 of 25 passes completed, including a touchdown, and ran for another. His running game was fundamental, adding 60 rushing yards and a touchdown on 10 carries.
Rookie running back Cam Skattebo also had a standout performance, with three rushing touchdowns. With these two young players leading the offense, the Giants (2-4) showed a different face.Key Statistics and Decisive Moments
Dart joined the elite of quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts by running for at least 50 yards in each of his first three starts in the NFL. The turning point of the game came when Jalen Hurts, Eagles quarterback, threw an incomplete pass to DeVonta Smith on the first series of the second half, leading to a punt for the Eagles. The Giants defense took advantage of this moment, and Cor’Dale Flott intercepted a pass from Hurts in the final quarter, sealing the victory.
Lil’Jordan Humphrey’s performance was a surprise, accumulating 55 yards on four receptions after being promoted from the practice squad. The Giants scored touchdowns on their first two possessions for the second week in a row, something that hadn’t happened since 1978.Upcoming Meetings
The Giants will face the Denver Broncos on October 19. The Eagles, for their part, will seek to recover against the Minnesota Vikings on the same day.
The Eagles, after the defeat, are facing questions about possible structural problems. The offense had decent moments, but Hurts’ first interception, which Cor’Dale Flott returned 68 yards, highlighted errors. The Eagles’ defense failed to contain Dart, who escaped on multiple occasions and scored a rushing touchdown.
A crucial moment was when the Giants’ defense forced a three-and-out on the Eagles’ first possession of the second half, leading to a Skattebo touchdown. Hurts scored his 60th career rushing touchdown, but the Eagles were outplayed in the game, raising questions about their performance.
