Jameis Winston collides with Cam Skattebo
Jameis Winston made his first 2026 start for the New York Giants against Tennessee on September 27 at MetLife Stadium after Jaxson Dart underwent knee surgery and was ruled unavailable.
In the first quarter, Winston and Cam Skattebo collided during a handoff at the Giants’ five-yard line. Skattebo secured the football but immediately fell for a three-yard loss before contact.
Jameis Winston avoids turnover on mistake
The exchange happened while New York was backed up near its own end zone. Winston turned to deliver the ball, but his path crossed Skattebo’s route during the handoff attempt.
Skattebo maintained possession despite the collision, so New York avoided a turnover and lost only yardage. The play unfolded amid steady rain and wind at MetLife Stadium that afternoon.
Cam Skattebo reaches 100 scrimmage yards
Skattebo remained heavily involved after the early mistake and finished with 20 carries for 60 rushing yards. He added three receptions for 40 yards, reaching 100 scrimmage yards against Tennessee.
His longest gain came when Winston found him for 30 yards on third down. That reception helped set up Dominic Zvada’s 39-yard field goal for New York’s first points Sunday.
Jameis Winston limits passing mistakes
Winston completed 14 of 22 passes for 118 yards against Tennessee without a touchdown or interception. He also gained 14 rushing yards as New York emphasized its ground attack Sunday.
Six days earlier against Los Angeles, Winston completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards with one interception after replacing Dart, who exited the opening drive with a knee injury.
New York Giants improve after Titans win
New York defeated Tennessee 12-7 and improved to 2-1 under head coach John Harbaugh in his first season. The Giants won despite producing 238 total yards and no offensive touchdowns.
Undrafted rookie kicker Dominic Zvada supplied all 12 New York points with four field goals. He converted attempts from 39, 27, 39, and 30 yards during the home victory on Sunday.
New York Giants lean on rushing attack
In wet and windy conditions, the Giants recorded 33 rushing attempts against 22 Winston pass attempts. New York finished with 139 rushing yards and controlled possession for 34:26 against Tennessee.
Skattebo handled 20 carries, while Najee Harris added 52 yards on nine attempts. Winston gained 14 rushing yards, including a 15-yard scramble, as New York limited passing volume that afternoon.
Cam Skattebo takes larger workload
Skattebo’s 20 rushing attempts ranked second in his NFL career and marked his largest workload of the 2026 season. He also reached 100 scrimmage yards for the first time Sunday.
Through three games, Skattebo has 177 rushing yards on 50 carries with one touchdown. He has caught seven passes for 59 yards during his second NFL season with New York.
Jaxson Dart injury changes quarterback plan
Dart’s knee injury changed New York’s quarterback plan before the Tennessee game. Testing showed damage requiring surgery, and John Harbaugh said Dart would miss the remainder of the regular season.
Winston moved into the starting role after serving as Dart’s backup. The 32-year-old entered Tennessee week with 89 career starts and had started two games for New York in 2025.
New York Giants defense controls first half
New York’s defense kept Tennessee without a first down until 1 minute and 18 seconds remained in the first half. The Titans also failed on their first six third-down attempts.
The Giants forced three-and-outs on Tennessee’s first five possessions, their longest such streak since at least 1991. That defensive start helped New York protect a limited offensive output all afternoon.
Jevón Holland seals New York victory
Tennessee scored with 5 minutes and 35 seconds remaining when Cam Ward connected with Wan’Dale Robinson for a four-yard touchdown. The play reduced New York’s lead to five points late.
The Titans reached the Giants’ seven-yard line on their final possession, but safety Jevón Holland intercepted Ward in the end zone with 17 seconds remaining to preserve the home victory.
Fun fact: Cam Skattebo was not always just a running back. At Arizona State, he also punted eight times and averaged 42.3 yards per kick.
Jevón Holland extends interception streak
Holland’s interception gave him one in each of New York’s first three games. He became the fifth Giants player since 1960 to intercept a pass in each of those contests.
Punter Jordan Stout averaged 50.5 yards on six punts, including a 74-yard kick. He became the first Giant with multiple punts of at least 70 yards in a single season.
New York Giants evaluate quarterback depth
The Giants reached a trade agreement to acquire J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings on September 28 in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick. New York announced the deal pending a physical.
John Harbaugh said Jameis Winston would remain the starting quarterback. Jake Haener, who backed up Winston against Tennessee after being promoted from the practice squad, was waived on September 28.
“Seriously. Retire,” fans turn on Jerry Jones after latest remarks, examining the reaction to his comments and the wider pressure surrounding the Dallas Cowboys owner.
New York Giants prepare for Arizona
New York next hosts the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium on October 4. The Week 4 matchup is scheduled for 1 PM ET on CBS from East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The Giants designated Arizona’s visit as a Legacy Game, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their 1986 championship team. New York plans to wear its classic blue uniforms for the occasion.
Travis Kelce broke an all-time NFL record without realizing he was even close to it, adding another milestone to a career already defined by postseason production and durability.
Was Winston’s handoff mistake simply a one-play miscue, or does it say something about New York’s quarterback transition without Jaxson Dart? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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