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After Five Turnovers Sink Giants, Daboll Backs Rookie Jaxson Dart

Brian Daboll reaffirmed confidence in the rookie, citing work ethic, humility, locker-room respect.

Overview

  • New York fell to 1-4 with a 26-14 loss in New Orleans as a turnover-laden stretch flipped the game.
  • Jaxson Dart went 26-of-40 for 202 yards with two touchdowns to Theo Johnson, two fourth-quarter interceptions, and a third-quarter fumble.
  • The Giants gave the ball away on five consecutive possessions, with additional fumbles by Darius Slayton and Cam Skattebo contributing to 10 Saints points.
  • Both late interceptions were recorded by cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry, including one on a fourth-and-6 and another after a receiver miscommunication.
  • Dart publicly accepted blame for the mistakes, while Daboll offered a full vote of confidence in his development as the Giants prepare to face Philadelphia.