Giants Lose 26-14 to Winless Saints Amid Rookie Turnovers

The New York Giants suffered a 26-14 loss to the previously winless New Orleans Saints in Week 5, highlighting costly turnovers by rookie quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo. Dart completed 26 of 40 passes for 202 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while also rushing 55 yards and losing a fumble; his turnovers, including a critical red zone fumble returned 86 yards for a Saints touchdown, contributed heavily to the defeat. Despite early promise with a 14-3 lead, the Giants' offense faltered as New Orleans scored on three of four second-quarter drives, and New York's last four fourth-quarter possessions ended in turnovers. The team's undisciplined performance, including penalties and a flawed game plan, underscored ongoing coaching challenges under Brian Daboll. Fans and analysts noted that relying on rookie quarterbacks to salvage a struggling franchise remains an unrealistic expectation. The Giants now face a tough Week 6 matchup against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, with a pressing need to reduce turnovers for any hope of success.