Did New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh go ballistic when he saw the video of running back Cam Skattebo , coming back from a dislocated ankle, fall while attempting a backflip over the weekend? Not exactly. “My reaction was, dude, at least stick it,” Harbaugh said while appearing on the ‘Bleav in Giants’ podcast with Bob Papa and Carl Banks. “Land the thing if you’re gonna do it.” Harbaugh added that “Skat’s gonna be ready to go” training camp. He said he had not spoken to the second-year running back about the incident. “He’s been working super-hard. He’s really been training like crazy, and his mind is on camp,” Harbaugh said. “He’s healthy. He’s ready to roll, and I can’t wait to see him out there at practice.” Skattebo reacted to the furor over his flop by saying “I will not hurt myself before the season.” Skattebo was a fourth-round pick by the Giants in 2025. He averaged 4.1 yards per carry in eight games before being injured. The Giants are anticipating he and Tyrone Tracy will form a solid combination at running back
There’s a long history of afterthoughts getting an opportunity and becoming league winners at running back. It can happen because of an injury to the guy in front of them. Other times, an offense needs a spark. Whatever the case, rostering those players before they become valuable can be the difference between winning a title and falling short. Below, I highlight 10 backup running backs worth targeting late in seasonal drafts. If things break their way, there is a path for each guy to become a weekly difference-maker in 2026. If the offseason reports are to be believed, then Blake Corum might be more than your average backup in 2026. Last season, the former Wolverine played 28.9% of the snaps. That could jump to 40-45% this season, as rumors of a near-even carry split between Corum and starter Kyren Williams continue to persist like clockwork. If that happens, Corum would have a weekly FLEX appeal. In 2025, while rushing for 746 yards and six touchdowns, he averaged 5.1 yards per carry (YPC). Corum also ranked second among all ballcarriers in Explosive Play Rating (122.9), fifth in EPA (+20), and 14th in juke rate (24.8%). Give him the ball, and good things happen. Blake Corum ‘s 2025 EPX Outside of his standalone value, Corum carries immense contingent upside if Williams misses any time. He’d be ranked as an RB1 any week he was projected to get the bulk of the work. You never want to forecast injuries, but that’s just one more reason Corum is an intriguing target once you get outside the top 30 running backs. Fun fact: Tyrone Tracy Jr. has averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game in each of his first two NFL seasons. He’s been consistent, averaging 790 rushing yards, 37 receptions, 286 receiving yards, and five touchdowns per season as a pro. Tyrone Tracy’s Seasonal Stats Those are solid RB3 or FLEX numbers in their own right. But Tracy could play a larger role in 2026 as the Giants ease Cam Skattebo back from a broken tibia and fractured ankle. Should the second-year back suffer any setbacks — or miss any other time, which is a very real possibility, given his reckless play style — Tracy would be the featured back. Tracy is a player no one seems to be talking about, yet he has the potential to put up big-time numbers should anything happen to Skattebo, who plays the position like an enraged bighorn sheep. Because of that, fantasy managers would be wise to take a swing on Tracy in the double-digit rounds. Apparently, this is the summer of Jonathon Brooks . Even though he hasn’t played a snap in nearly two years because of back-to-back ACL tears, Brooks is already being drafted ahead of teammate Chuba Hubbard in some big-money leagues. I understand wanting to find an edge against the competition, but this feels a wee bit aggressive. Brooks is a complete mystery box at this point. He has just 12 touches as a pro under his belt and essentially only 10 games of collegiate production, which came during his junior year at Texas. That said, Hubbard was among the least efficient and least explosive backs in football last year. If Brooks looks like the same player we saw in 2023 — when he amassed over 1,400 total yards — then it might not take much for him to overtake Hubbard and seize the RB1 role. just traded the 2.02 for 2.10 + jonathon brooks pic.twitter.com/f59lW5prga — The Podfather (@Fantasy_Mansion) April 5, 2026 If he does that, that’s certainly a scenario where Brooks could smash down the stretch. But with so much being unknown, be wary of his price in drafts. He’s a fun click to gamble on, but only if the cost stays relatively cheap. Like Tracy Jr., Dylan Sampson is backing up a teammate who’s coming back from a brutal lower-leg injury. Quinshon Judkins broke his fibula and dislocated his ankle in Week 16 last year. He looked spry in minicamp, but what if he suffers any setbacks? Dylan Sampson ‘s Advanced Metrics Enter Sampson. The 21-year-old only rushed for 175 yards as a rookie, but he showed he can be a d
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The Giants were seen as a potential landing spot for running back Jeremiyah Love in the first round of this year's draft, but they never had a chance to consider him while on the clock because Arizona made Love the third overall choice. It doesn't sound like that's an issue for head coach John Harbaugh. Tyrone Tracy had 2,151 yards from scrimmage over his first two seasons and Cam Skattebo returned to practice at the end of the team's minicamp last month. Skattebo, who scored seven touchdowns in eight games as a rookie, is coming off a serious ankle injury, but Harbaugh expressed little concern about his ability to pick up where he left off last year. "I thought he was just what you saw, a downhill runner, a tone-setter type runner," Harbaugh said, via a transcript from the team. "He's a tough tackle. That's what you look for. How many guys can make yards when they're not supposed to make yards on their own? It seems to me he was that kind of guy at Arizona State and the exact same guy that I saw on tape last year. You guys know better. You watched him up close and personal. He's a top-tier back, and he's planning on playing that way this year." A strong run game was a consistent part of Baltimore 's offenses during the Harbaugh era. Skattebo should be front and center as the Giants try to establish the same in Harbaugh's first year on their sideline
The Giants were seen as a potential landing spot for running back Jeremiyah Love in the first round of this year’s draft, but they never had a chance to consider him while on the clock because Arizona made Love the third overall choice. It doesn’t sound like that’s an issue for head coach John Harbaugh. Tyrone Tracy had 2,151 yards from scrimmage over his first two seasons and Cam Skattebo returned to practice at the end of the team’s minicamp last month. Skattebo, who scored seven touchdowns in eight games as a rookie, is coming off a serious ankle injury, but Harbaugh expressed little concern about his ability to pick up where he left off last year. “I thought he was just what you saw, a downhill runner, a tone-setter type runner,” Harbaugh said, via a transcript from the team. “He’s a tough tackle. That’s what you look for. How many guys can make yards when they’re not supposed to make yards on their own? It seems to me he was that kind of guy at Arizona State and the exact same guy that I saw on tape last year. You guys know better. You watched him up close and personal. He’s a top-tier back, and he’s planning on playing that way this year.” A strong run game was a consistent part of Baltimore’s offenses during the Harbaugh era. Skattebo should be front and center as the Giants try to establish the same in Harbaugh’s first year on their sideline
Heading into the 2026 season, the Giants are coming off yet another disappointing season that saw them go 4-13, with head coach Brian Daboll fired midway through. But with new head coach John Harbaugh comes a new energy and a belief that this Giants team can take a big step forward. In this series, we’ll break down the depth chart for every position group. This time, we’ll go in-depth at the running back position… Starter : Cam Skattebo Backups: Tyrone Tracy, Devin Singletary Key additions/losses : Top Performer in 2025 : Tracy, with 740 rushing yards and two touchdowns 2025 ranking via PFF : 35th among 55 qualified players While the group is basically unchanged from last season, a healthy running back group for the Giants gives them a lot of different ways to attack teams. Skattebo isn't afraid to run players over, and his physical style can wear down defenders. Tracy, a former college wide receiver, can spread out wide and can be used as more of a receiving threat. And Singletary is bit of a mix of both players, and brings some balance when he gets on the field. The Giants may not have a three-down, lead back, but their stable of backs is more characteristic of what the NFL is today, as moth teams like to have a few options to deploy rather than deploying the same back on almost every play. When Skattebo suffered a complicated and gruesome looking ankle injury last season against the Eagles in October, his status for 2026, and even beyond, seemed in doubt. But by all indications, Skattebo is recovering well from an injury that looked like it could have been career-ending. The second year pro was on the field during Giants minicamp, and the expectation is he'll be available for the start of the regular season. It's a safe bet that Skattebo will play with the same edge and physicality that he did as a rookie, but it's also fair to wonder if there will be any physical limitations, or if he'll need to ramp up as the season goes on. It sounds strange to say that a player coming off a major injury needs to step up. But there's a reason why the Giants were linked to running backs in the 2026 NFL Draft. What would the Giants have done if Jeremiyah Love was still on the board at No. 5? Skattebo had 410 rushing yards and five touchdowns, and while his no-fear style of play has endeared him to fans, there's still a question about whether he can be an every-down kind of back, or if he's more of a change-of-pace wrecking ball. He'll probably need to be graded on a bit of a curve in 2026, but Skattebo needs to be the lead dog in the back. Barring anything unexpected, Skattebo, Tracy, and Singletary will be the three backs at the top of the depth chart. The only other names currently on the depth chart are Eric Gray , who has been more of a return option and disappointing overall in his Giants tenure, and first-year player Dante Miller . Perhaps the Giants add another veteran back at some point before of during training camp, but for now, there doesn't seem to be much competition. The Giants, after seemingly looking at adding a running back near the top of the draft, are running it back at the position in 2026. Skattebo seems to be progressing at an extraordinary rate, and if he's ready for the start of the season, he'd provide a huge boost. The trio of Skattebo, Tracy, and Singletary is a solid one, and they're all likely to see some playing time in new OC Matt Nagy 's system
Good morning, New York Giants fans! Eli Manning on how NY Giants QB Jaxson Dart can make a Year 2 leap ESPN offseason grades: Did the NY Giants close the gap? NFC East Grades: Where do the Giants stack up at tight end? Who wins the NFC East? It is the start of July. That means your favorite Giants players and coaches are somewhere other than the team facility, probably on vacation. The early weeks of summer are upon us, and if you cannot muster up some level of optimism about your favorite team, you are either a doomsayer or do not want to get your hopes up, at all. New York Giants futures picks: Under 7.5 wins (-110). I get having optimism with the Giants considering the wins left on the board last year and the likely upgrade at head coach. I’m just not sure the offense will be ready to push for a winning record in Dart’s first year under Matt Nagy, who was largely underwhelming in Chicago before serving as offensive coordinator in Kansas City , where the offense took a step backward the last two seasons. If Dart’s play style results in injury, the offense turns over to Jameis Winston , who is capable of making big plays for either team on every drive. I think this is probably a seven-win team and if the market will give me even odds on Under 7.5 at some point, I’ll likely jump on it. At least the Giants can feel better about the running back position with Skattebo near full health. Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. give them two solid options at the position. Tracy has averaged 4.3 yards per carry in his first two professional seasons and topped 1,000 total yards in each of the campaigns. Skattebo flashed with seven total touchdowns in eight games. Skattebo seems to be the kind of running back that Harbaugh prefers. “I thought he was just what you saw, a downhill runner, a tone-setter type runner. He’s a tough tackle. That’s what you look for,” Harbaugh said. “How many guys can make yards when they’re not supposed to make yards on their own? It seems to me he was that kind of guy at Arizona State and the exact same guy that I saw on tape last year. You guys know better. You watched him up close and personal. He’s a top tier back, and he’s planning on playing that way this year.” Jaxson Dart tops the leaderboard after converting more than half of his scrambles into first downs or touchdowns as a rookie. His confidence as a runner noticeably increased throughout the season, particularly as he became more comfortable extending plays outside the pocket. 5. New York Giants: Brian Burns and Abdul Carter . This is a bit of a future hedge, but also rooted in some underlying numbers. While Carter posted only four sacks as a rookie, he also notched 23 quarterback hits, ranking tied for 13th across the league. He also got better as the season progressed. After totaling more than one quarterback hit just once in his first 11 games, Carter did so three times over the final six. All told, he had 14 of his 23 QB hits over that span. As for Burns, he’s long been one of the premier pass rushers in the league. When New York acquired Burns from the Panthers, it gave up second- and fifth-round picks, while also signing him to a five-year, $141 million extension, including $87.5 million guaranteed. Last year, Burns earned second-team All-Pro honors after a career-best 16.5 sacks, 22 tackles for loss and 31 quarterback hits. League-wide, those figures ranked second, third and fourth, respectively. The Giants Foundation will host their annual 5K Race and Kids Run presented by Quest, on Sunday, November 8, at 9:00 a.m. at MetLife Stadium with net proceeds benefiting The Giants Foundation. In addition to the 5K Race and Kids Run, the one-mile fun run introduced in 2025 will return for its second year. Following the conclusion of The Giants Foundation 5K, the event continues with a 100-yard Kids Run for ages 6 and under starting at 10:30 a.m. Registered participants will get the chance to run out of the Giants home tunnel, run 100 yards a
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Fullback Patrick Ricard, nicknamed 'Pancake Pat,' is the Giants' highest-paid fullback at $7.63 million over two years. Despite his unique role, which aligns more with blocking than traditional fullback duties, running back Tyrone Tracy believes Ricard will be a valuable asset, stating, 'Me and you are gonna make each other a lot of money.'
How good the New York Giants will be in 2027 will come down to a few things. Most important will be coaching and quarterback play, but the play of the roster as a whole will support both. The top end of the Giants’ roster boasts players who can be among the very best at their positions in the NFL. Andrew Thomas is among the NFL’s best left tackles, Malik Nabers has the potential to join the ranks of the elite receivers, and Brian Burns was in the DPOY conversation before Myles Garrett ascended to a higher plane of sack existence. But as the Brows tell us, a good team needs more than a handful of great players. A good team needs the unsung players to be great as well. So for this week, we want to know who you think will be the Giants’ best hidden gem? Who will be the player that when other fans of other teams ask us who they should know about, we say, “You gotta watch this guy”? Center John Michael Schmitz – A section of the fanbase was almost eager to cast Schmitz aside this offseason and hand Tyler Linderbaum a historic contract. The Giants, however, opted to give Schmitz his fourth year to prove that he can continue to elevate his game. He’s steadily improved each of his first three years, suggesting this year could be his best yet. The addition of right guard Sisi Mauigoa could allow Schmitz to make use of his athleticism to out-leverage and out-position defenders in a similar way to Linderbaum. Running back Tyrone Tracy – Generally, when people talk about the Giants’ roster, Tracy is the forgotten man on the offense. The best folks at the national level can seem to muster is that “he’s a nice player”. However, of the 35 receivers, 20 running backs, and 12 tight ends drafted last year, Tracy was the only one to eclipse 1,000 yards in each of his first two seasons. He seems to have cleaned up the fumbling issue that plagued his rookie year and has become a remarkably consistent and versatile producer as both a runner and receiver. Defensive tackle Darius Alexander – Alexander was considered a fringe first-round talent last year, but a remarkable defensive tackle class pushed him down to the Giants in the third round. He missed his entire spring due to an undisclosed medical issue, and it took a while for Alexander to get up to speed and flash the upside we saw on tape in college. However, he improved in the second half of the season and was a consistent presence in opponents’ backfields by the end of the year. The Giants have added a legion of experienced defensive tackles this year, but there’s still a massive void in their interior pass rush without Dexter Lawrence . Can Alexander take advantage of the opportunity? Nickel Ar’Darius Washington – The phrase “out of sight, out of mind” seems to come to mind with Washington. The undersized defensive back broke out for the Baltimore Ravens in 2024 and was an important part of one of the best defenses in the NFL that year. He was an absolute terror that year, and his versatility to execute both safety and slot corner responsibilities was very important to their scheme. Washington tore his Achilles tendon last offseason, but managed to return for the end of the year. Now Washington followed John Harbaugh to New York, and the Giants are returning to the style of defense in which he thrived two years ago. There will, of course, be other players who emerge as important pieces, particularly if the Giants’ roster exceeds the national media’s expectations. But of those players who might play important parts without the national buzz, who do you think will be the hidden gem? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Giants fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys
Any backup running back on a 53-man roster is mere moments away from fantasy viability. In dynasty, it is vital to stack your roster with running backs that can find their way into meaningful snaps and help you gain value on your roster. Here is a list of 10 veteran handcuff running backs to roster in dynasty heading into the 2026 season. After an RB31 finish in fantasy points per game (FPPG) in his rookie season, Tyrone Tracy followed up that campaign with an RB30 finish in fantasy points per game (FPPG), averaging 10.7 fantasy points in each season. It was not until Cam Skattebo ‘s season-ending injury in Week 8 last year that Tracy saw a drastic increase in his opportunities. After Week 8, Tracy finished as the RB16 in overall fantasy points, compared to his RB46 finish between Weeks 1 and 8. Jaxson Dart & Tyrone Tracy extend the Giants lead DALvsNYG on FOX/FOX One https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/IljLcEB2Yc — NFL (@NFL) January 4, 2026 With Skattebo still rehabbing the ankle injury that ended his rookie season, Tracy will likely see meaningful work at running back if Skattebo is unable to be fully healthy come the start of the season. The Giants also seem likely to feature a run-heavy offense, which should mean more work for Tracy even if Skattebo is healthy. Last season, Woody Marks equally shared opportunities in the Texans’ backfield with Nick Chubb , averaging a meager 9.4 FPPG. The Texans traded up to select Marks, whose 90th-percentile 12.14% college target share suggests he profiles best as a satellite back rather than a featured runner. With Houston adding David Montgomery this offseason as their bell-cow back, Marks will likely slide into his intended third-down pass-catching back role. Hopefully, the reduced role will increase Mark’s efficiency, allowing him to remain relevant in fantasy. Tyler Allgeier signed a free agency contract with the Arizona Cardinals to be their starting running back in 2026. The Cardinals then, surprisingly, selected blue-chip prospect Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 overall pick, relegating Allgeier to a timeshare at best. Allgeier is familiar with backing up an elite running back prospect, as he shared time with Bijan Robinson in Atlanta for three seasons. Allgeier was able to maintain fantasy relevance as Bijan’s backup and will likely do the same as Love gets acclimated to the league. Buying low here is a prudent move. Emanuel Wilson RB1 #wow pic.twitter.com/dolD9ET4nB https://t.co/tyVBF4mIHk — ᴅᴏxx ⚡️ (@new_era72) March 12, 2026 The Seahawks signed Emanuel Wilson from the Packers this offseason. Wilson has quietly strung together two consecutive seasons with over 500 total yards. While first-round rookie Jadarian Price joins him in the Seahawks backfield while incumbent Zach Charbonnet recovers from a torn ACL, Wilson should see lots of work as part of a committee. He makes for a good dynasty target for those looking to get sneaky RB2 production to start the season. News out of OTAs suggests that Malik Davis is the RB2 on the depth chart behind Javonte Williams . While Williams had a great bounce-back season last year, he has struggled with injuries throughout his career. Davis is a pure handcuff-only play who has flashed capability last season. If Williams gets hurt again, Davis is in line to be the go-to running back in an elite offense, which is typically a recipe for fantasy success. Recent news has Will Shipley on the roster bubble to make the Eagles’ 53-man roster. This means that former Jaguars back Tank Bigsby is likely the man behind Saquon Barkley to start the season. Barkley has been relatively healthy the past several seasons, though he is coming off his worst fantasy finish since 2021. Barkley is also on the precipice of his age-29 season, the age at which most running backs begin to decline rapidly in efficiency. While Bigsby is not taking Barkley’s job any time soon, the Eagles may look to give Bigsby some more opportunities, as he flashed good eff
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As the Giants' offseason program concludes, optimism surrounds WR Malik Nabers' readiness for Week 1. Kayvon Thibodeaux is focused on greatness, and QB Jaxson Dart's confidence is noted by teammate Andrew Thomas. RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. is highlighted for his scrimmage yardage and versatility, despite competition from Cam Skattebo
The offseason is a time to dream, and dream big. Dream about Super Bowls, about unexpectedly good seasons where things go right. Dream about a player "in the best shape of his life," a team's new "culture" and all the other cliches we'll hear in the coming months. The offseason and preseason do provide plenty of opportunities for individuals to make their jumps from relative unknowns -- at least to casual fans -- to standouts. This time last year, Drew Dalman and Aaron Brewer were average offensive linemen. By the end of the season, they were All Pros. Brian Burns was more well-known, but the super-athlete EDGE hadn't taken the jump after joining the Giants . Then, he recorded 16.5 sacks and became a second-team All-Pro. These sorts of jumps happen every year. After Tyler Sullivan took care of the AFC candidates , we project NFC's breakout candidates. Amid a dismal 2024 season for Dallas, DeMarvion Overshown was a bright spot, registering 90 tackles, eight tackles for loss, five sacks, and a pick-six in just 13 games. The third-round pick from 2023 looked to be coming into his own and then some after missing all of his rookie year with a torn ACL. Then he suffered another brutal injury -- torn ACL, MCL and PCL -- near the end of the year. He returned for six games last year. Perhaps the injuries have taken too much of a toll, but a year-plus removed from the injury, he can be the athletic, talented playmaker the Cowboys desperately need at linebacker. Quick! Name the three Giants to record at least 1,000 yards from scrimmage in each of their first two NFL seasons. Saquon Barkley , yes. Odell Beckham Jr. , yes. The third? That's right: Tyrone Tracy Jr . He watched Cam Skattebo take over the lead role in the backfield last year before Skattebo got hurt, and then Tracy came back and showed his talent as a runner and a pass catcher. He had 269 yards from scrimmage in a two-game span when the Giants played the Packers and the Lions tough, and he finished the year with a 159-yard day against the Cowboys. Mostly a wide receiver in college, Tracy is continuing to improve as a runner. He'll get to show that, especially if Skattebo's recovery from a gruesome leg injury leaks into the season or limits him in general. One of my favorite signings of the offseason, the Eagles nabbed Riq Woolen on a one-year, $12 million deal. An impressive size/speed combination, Woolen recorded six interceptions as a rookie. He has just six since and has dealt with some inconsistencies. But the talent has never been a question. The floor in Philadelphia is that he makes too many poor plays to justify his being on the field, and the Eagles' CB2 problem remains unsolved. The median outcome is several good plays and some head-scratchers. But the ceiling? The ceiling is that the Eagles have the best cornerback trio in the NFL, and Woolen is a Pro Bowler again. He could flourish in his new home. The Commanders ' need to add speed and athleticism mostly focused on the defensive side of the ball this offseason, but they also added a player with both attributes to the tight end room in Chig Okonkwo. The former Titan is very good after the catch and has the burst to beat linebackers and safeties down the field, too. He set career highs in catches (56) and yards (560) last year in Tennessee. He's only 26, and he should fit well in David Blough's system, which will have more play-action rollouts and opportunities for Jayden Daniels to hit Okonkwo on the move, where he's at his best. Luther Burden III was already a popular breakout candidate before Ben Johnson said he's "buying Luther Burden stock right now." As Jared Dubin noted in the linked story, Burden averaged 2.71 yards per route run, third-highest out of the 152 wide receivers who ran at least 100 routes. Burden is speedy and shifty and, ultimately, uber-talented, as he showed as a sophomore at Missouri before a down junior season caused his draft stock to drop. With DJ Moore gone to Buffalo, Burden wil
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A fifth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. burst onto the scene as a rookie by recording 1,123 scrimmage yards and six touchdowns on 230 touches across 17 games (12 starts). However, Tracy Jr. lost the RB1 role in New York to 2025 fourth-rounder Cam Skattebo (ankle) early last season. Skattebo (ankle) suffered a season-ending ankle injury in Week 8, which allowed Tracy Jr. to reclaim the starting role and top 1,000 scrimmage yards for the second consecutive season. Entering 2026, Skattebo is expected to be fully healthy and should reclaim the lead role in the Giants' backfield. Still, Tracy Jr. could remain a valuable player to roster for dynasty managers. The 26-year-old is a former college wide receiver who has recorded 74 catches for 572 yards on 101 targets across his first two NFL seasons, which could allow him to provide fantasy production even while playing a complementary role. Additionally, Skattebo's violent play style gives him a heightened injury risk and makes Tracy Jr. a high-end handcuff option. For the right price, Tracy Jr. could be worth buying low on entering 2026
New York Giants second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart addressed his teammates in a meeting on Tuesday to discuss his introduction of President Donald Trump last week at a political rally, sources told Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Other team leaders spoke up as well, and Dart and the players worked through what was a very controversial topic of the weekend. The team is moving forward. It was a very questionable decision for the 23-year-old to put himself out there politically like that, and it caused some social-media backlash by defensive lineman Abdul Carter, among others. It's not going to be much of an issue by the time the regular season rolls around, but new head coach John Harbaugh had to do a little damage control for the locker room. On the football field, Dart, a first-rounder in 2025, heads into his first full season as the starter for the G-Men as a low-end QB1 target in fantasy drafts. Despite playing in only 14 games as a rookie, Dart was a top-15 fantasy QB thanks to his impressive dual-threat abilities under center. The Ole Miss product threw for 15 touchdowns and ran for another nine. With a strong group of offensive skill players all around him, Dart is set up for success in 2026 and into the future under Harbaugh
In building John Harbaugh’s first team as New York Giants head coach, the Giants seemed to focus largely on revamping a woeful defense and fixng a shaky kicking game. They did not, though, ignore supplementing the offense to help second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart . The Giants drafted guard Francis Mauigoa No. 10 overall and wide receiver Malachi Fields No 74 overall. The signed tight end Isaiah Likely , and added receivers Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin after losing Wan’Dale Robinson in free agency. So, how good is Dart’s supporting cast? Ralph Vacchiano of FOX Sports ranks the personnel around Dart 20th among the NFL’s 32 teams . He wrote: If Malik Nabers hadn’t torn his ACL last season, the Giants would be higher on this list. Maybe much higher. They have a deep receiving corps without Nabers, especially after signing Darnell Mooney and drafting Malachi Fields in the third round this offseason. And the addition of Isaiah Likely gives the Giants potentially the most dangerous TE they’ve had in years. They also have what one scout told me is a “sneaky good” running game behind a much-improved offensive line. If second-year back Cam Skattebo can fully recover from his devastating leg injury, he’ll join Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary in a potent rotation. All that may be enough for the offense to be good around second-year QB Jaxson Dart, “but Nabers changes everything,” one scout told me. “I didn’t think he played great as a rookie (in 2024). He had too many drops and his quarterback play was awful. But look at the numbers he put up (109-1,204-7). With better quarterback play and help around him, he could be a monster.” Of course, that’s when he’s fully recovered. Nabers recently had another procedure on his knee and his status for Week 1 is uncertain. Is Vacchiano’s ranking accurate? Probably, if you consider putting the Giants somewhere from 14-20 in the midpoint. The Giants are not barren of talent on offense. Nor are they overflowing with riches. The Giants were 16th in the NFL in points per game a season ago at 22.4, the exact midpoint of the league. There are several reasons they could be better than that. If Nabers and Cam Skattebo are healthy and productive for all or most of 2026, that would be a plus. Improvement from Dart in Year 2 would be a plus. If Isaiah Likely, Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin, and Malachi Fields are better than Daniel Bellinger , Wan’Dale Robinson and the backup receivers the Giants used in 2025, that is another plus. If Sisi Mauigoa justifies being the 10th overall pick and the offensive line remains healthy, that should bring improvement. Offense was not the Giants’ problem in 2025, and there is certainly potential for improvement in 2026
The New York Giants' running back situation hinges significantly on the health and performance of Cam Skattebo. Despite a slow recovery from injury, Skattebo is expected to be ready for Week 1 and was the team's leading rusher before his injury last season. The team also benefits from the addition of fullback Patrick Ricard, the drafting of Sisi Mauigoa, and the offensive scheme design of Greg Roman, all aimed at improving their power run game and maximizing the potential of Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy, and Devin Singletary
Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a potential dynasty buy due to his role as the Giants' No. 2 running back and his ability to maintain value in fantasy football leagues
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo (ankle) stated he'll be ready for Week 1 after suffering a broken fibula and dislocated ankle in 2025. He was the Giants' RB1 before his injury, accumulating 410 yards and five touchdowns on 101 carries, along with 24 receptions for 207 yards and two touchdowns. Despite potential involvement from Tyrone Tracy Jr., the 24-year-old Skattebo is considered a rising fantasy commodity in both dynasty and redraft leagues for the upcoming 2026 season
