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Giants Fall to Saints After Cam Skattebo’s Fumble Is Returned 86 Yards for Touchdown

The rookie issued a public apology ahead of Thursday’s home game against Philadelphia.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 5: Cam Skattebo #44 of the New York Giants runs the ball during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on October 5, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Logan Bowles/Getty Images)
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) hands off to running back Cam Skattebo (44) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Skattebo was stripped at the Saints' 12-yard line, and safety Jordan Howden returned the loose ball 86 yards for a touchdown to open the fourth quarter.
  • New York lost 26-14 and fell to 1-4, and the Saints moved to 1-4.
  • Elevated to the Giants’ lead back, Skattebo totaled 104 yards from scrimmage on 15 rushes for 59 yards and six catches for 45.
  • On the ensuing possession, rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was intercepted at the New Orleans 5-yard line and later threw another interception.
  • Skattebo apologized to fans on X after the game, with the Giants set to host the Eagles on Thursday Night Football on Oct. 9.