Get ready for a Thursday Night Football showdown that will have you on the edge of your seat! The Giants, a team that has undergone a remarkable transformation, dominated the Eagles, who are currently struggling to find their footing. The final score? A resounding 34-17 victory for the Giants, improving their record to 2-4, while the Eagles, now 4-2, suffered their second consecutive loss for the first time since 2023.
But here's where it gets interesting: the Eagles were also 4-2 at this stage last season, and this defeat was their worst since a 33-16 loss to the Buccaneers in Week 4 of the 2024 season.
The Giants were simply unstoppable from start to finish. Cam Skattebo, a true hero on the field, ran for three touchdowns, scoring the last three of the game on short runs of 4, 1, and 1 yards, sealing the deal for the Giants after a 20-17 halftime lead. Skattebo's performance was exceptional, accumulating 98 rushing yards on 19 carries and adding 12 receiving yards on two catches.
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, now 2-1 in his three starts, completed 17 of 25 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown. He also showcased his dual-threat abilities, rushing for 58 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. Dart briefly left the game in the third quarter for a concussion test, with Russell Wilson stepping in, but he soon returned after being cleared by the neurologist.
Wan'Dale Robinson and Lil'Jordan Humphrey were key targets for Dart, with Robinson catching six passes for 84 yards and a touchdown, and Humphrey hauling in four receptions for 55 yards.
The Giants' dominance was evident in the stats, outgaining the Eagles 366 to 339. However, the Eagles' comeback attempt was thwarted by two crucial fourth-quarter turnovers.
Giants cornerback Cor'Dale Flott made a game-changing play, intercepting Jalen Hurts at the Giants' 9-yard line and returning it 68 yards, only to be pushed out of bounds at the Philadelphia 23 by Saquon Barkley. On the Eagles' next drive, A.J. Dillon fumbled, with Dane Belton forcing the turnover and Dru Phillips recovering the loose ball.
Hurts, despite completing 24 of 33 passes for 283 yards, a touchdown, and an interception, couldn't lead his team to victory. A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert were his top targets, with Brown catching six passes for 80 yards and Goedert hauling in nine for 110 yards and a touchdown. Barkley added 58 rushing yards on 12 carries.
So, what do you think? Was this a case of the Giants' resurgence or the Eagles' temporary slump? Share your thoughts in the comments and let's discuss!
