Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo gave Giants fans plenty to talk about during their rookie campaigns - and not just because of what they did on the field. Both showed flashes of big-time potential, and both had their 2025 seasons interrupted by injuries.
Skattebo’s setback was especially tough, as it sidelined him for the rest of the year and forced the Giants to adjust on the fly down the stretch. But now, with a fresh season ahead and a major change at the top, New York is resetting the narrative.
The Giants made a bold move by bringing in John Harbaugh to replace Brian Daboll as head coach. And it wasn’t just the franchise that sold Harbaugh on the job - it was also the quarterback.
Dart reportedly played a key role in convincing the former Ravens coach to choose New York over other offers. That’s a telling sign of how the organization views Dart’s leadership and upside - and how Harbaugh sees the future of this team.
There’s real optimism building around this young core. Dart and Skattebo have already shown they can make plays at the NFL level, and their chemistry continues to grow - not just in the locker room, but off the field as well.
During a recent trip to Mexico with their girlfriends, the two teammates recreated one of the most memorable moments of their rookie season. It was a nod to a breakout performance in Week 6, when the Giants dismantled the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles, 34-17, at MetLife Stadium.
That game was a turning point. Dart completed 17 of 25 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown, showing poise and precision against a tough Philly defense.
Skattebo was electric, racking up 110 total yards and three touchdowns. The two were in sync all game long, and the photo they took afterward - now one of the most iconic images of the Giants’ season - captured the energy and belief that this team might be onto something.
Fast forward to their offseason getaway, and the duo brought that moment back to life. Skattebo’s girlfriend, Chloe Rodriguez, shared the recreated photo on Instagram - a fun reminder that the bond between these two offensive cornerstones is only getting stronger.
And it’s not just Dart and Skattebo who have fans excited. Wide receiver Malik Nabers enters 2026 with sky-high expectations after flashing elite potential last season. With a new coach in Harbaugh, a young quarterback with leadership traits, a versatile back in Skattebo, and a rising star at wideout, the Giants are building something that feels sustainable.
There’s still a long road ahead, and plenty of questions to answer, but one thing’s clear: the foundation is there. The Giants are betting on their young core - and if Week 6 was any indication, that bet could pay off in a big way.