Last week's game resulted in mixed emotions for the Giants.
On the one hand, the team picked up its first win of the season led by rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart making his first NFL start. The pass rush delivered as the Giants defeated the previously undefeated Chargers, 21-18. Unfortunately it wasn't all good news for the Giants, though, as star wide receiver Malik Nabers was lost for the season due to a torn ACL.
Brian Daboll's squad will now look to win a second consecutive game for the first time since the 2023 campaign when they head to New Orleans in Week 5. The Saints are still in search of their first win of the season as they come off back-to-back road losses against the Seahawks and Bills.
Here are five storylines to follow in the Week 5 matchup.
Trying to replace Nabers
The Giants were dealt a tough blow this past Sunday as the offense lost its top playmaker for the season. Nabers was attempting to catch a deep pass from Jaxson Dart on a free play due to a defensive offsides penalty. Nabers tore his ACL as he jumped for the pass, which Daboll confirmed on Monday.
"We'll have a tremendous amount of support for him and his family," the head coach said earlier this week. "That's obviously a tough loss for our football team, but we'll regroup, and we'll get the guys ready to play that are here and be as good as we can be. On the perimeter, I know those guys will do everything they can do to be as good as we can be. But certainly, when you lose one of your better players, that's a big loss."
There is no replacing Nabers. The 22-year-old had gotten his career off to a historic start as he quickly established himself as one of the league's top wide receivers. However, the other pass-catchers in the Giants offense will now have to step up. Wan'Dale Robinson is tied with Nabers for the team-lead with 18 receptions, while his 237 receiving yards ranks second. Darius Slayton is third on the team with 135 receiving yards, which have come on nine receptions. Other receivers on the team, such as Jalin Hyatt, Beaux Collins and Gunner Olszewski, could see their roles increase now, as well.
"They wouldn't be here if they weren't [ready]," Daboll said Monday. "So, we have obviously a lot of confidence in the three guys that we have. Malik goes down and we have confidence in the guys that are behind them. Whether it's Beaux, whether it's Hyatt, Gunner knows multiple roles. We have some guys on the practice squad that we like. So, we'll get ready to play with the guys that we have and I'm confident in all those guys."
See the top photos from practice as the Giants prepare for their Week 5 matchup against the Saints.
RB Cam Skattebo (44)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
OLB Abdul Carter (51)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
TE Lil'Jordan Humphrey (89)
OLB Brian Burns (0)
WR Wan'Dale Robinson (17)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
TE Lil'Jordan Humphrey (89)
LB Swayze Bozeman (54)
WR Gunner Olszewski (80)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
LB Swayze Bozeman (54)
OLB Zaire Barnes (46)
OLB Brian Burns (0)
TE Theo Johnson (84)
RB Devin Singletary (26)
LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (33)
WR Jalin Hyatt (13)
G Austin Schlottmann (65) and T Andrew Thomas (78)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
OLB Abdul Carter (51)
CB Deonte Banks (2)
ILB Darius Muasau (53)
Dart's first road start
After reaching double-digit points in only one of the first three games, the Giants' offense received a spark in Week 4 with the insertion of rookie Jaxson Dart into the starting lineup. Making his first career start, the 22-year-old completed 13 of 20 passes (65.0 percent) for 111 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. Dart also proved to be a threat on the ground as he finished with 10 rush attempts for 54 yards and an additional touchdown.
The Giants started their first drive of the game on their own 11-yard line. The rookie quarterback led the offense all the way down the field and capped it off with a 15-yard touchdown run. Dart became the first quarterback since Patrick Mahomes to lead a touchdown drive of 80 or more yards on the first possession of their first start. Furthermore, he became the first rookie quarterback to beat a team 3-0 or better in his first career start since Phil Simms defeated the 5-0 Buccaneers back in 1979.
"Obviously, this experience was a special one, it being my first one," Dart said after the game. "I'm just grateful to have the guys around me that I had. I obviously want to give a big shoutout to [Russell Wilson]. I know that this week probably wasn't the easiest thing, but he handled it like a professional and just was a mentor for me. I just have a ton of respect for him. It goes for Jameis [Winston] as well, just getting me prepared for this week. Really just proud of the guys, being able to battle through some adversity throughout the game. It's not always going to be the cleanest, but I was just happy that we were able to come out with the win."
The Saints enter this matchup having allowed nine passing touchdowns through the first four weeks of the season, tied with the Ravens for the third-most in the NFL, with only one interception. New Orleans has also surrendered 38 or more rushing yards to the opposing quarterback in two of their four games (Josh Allen & Kyler Murray). Despite some of their defensive struggles, it's always difficult to go on the road for a game in the Superdome.
"Offensively, we're going to have to do a good job of communicating," Daboll said about overcoming the challenges of playing in the Superdome. "From getting the play in, to Jaxson communicating to whatever snap counts we choose to use relative to how the sounds are there, which is usually loud. You simulate it and try to do the best you can here at practice, but it's definitely one of the keys in terms of being able to communicate and operate and stay on track and eliminate some of the pre-snap things that when you play in a dome stadium that's loud like this. So, we're going to work at it out here, blasting it as loud as we can, and just make sure we're on point with our communication."
Can the pass rush keep it rolling?
We got the first real look at how disruptive the Giants' pass rush can be this past Sunday. Abdul Carter (five), Brian Burns (four) and Kayvon Thibodeaux (three) combined for 12 quarterback hits as they got after Justin Herbert throughout the entire game. The Giants pressured Herbert on a whopping 47.7 percent of his drop-backs, led by 20 total pressures from the three outside linebackers. The pressure clearly affected Herbert, who completed only five of 19 passes for 80 yards, one touchdown and one interception when pressured. Burns and Thibodeaux each picked up a sack in Week 4, giving Burns five on the season, tied for the most in the NFL.
"He's done it since OTAs," Daboll said about Burns' performance this year. "The effort that he's displayed out at practice, the leadership, not just the vocal leadership, but how he goes about his business. I'm not surprised with some of the things that he's done this year because he shows it out here every day, and he's done it since OTAs. He's had a really good camp. I just remember showing a bunch of clips with him over and over every day of this is the type of effort and the standard that we need to play with, and we're going to need to continue to get that from him. He gives everything he has every game he's out there. He's a talented player, and again, we need him to be that way for us."
Dexter Lawrence had just one pressure in last week's win, due largely to the fact that the Chargers double-teamed him on 69.7 percent of his pass rushes. Nonetheless, the 6-foot-4, 340-pound lineman was still able to make a big impact in the game with his tipped pass of Herbert, which he was able to bring down for his first career interception. Lawrence then returned the pick 37 yards, reaching an impressive top speed of 17.35 miles per hour, which set the Giants up inside the Chargers' 5-yard line.
Saints head coach Kellen Moore already announced that starting guard Cesar Ruiz will miss Sunday's game due to an ankle injury suffered in Week 4. Through four games, New Orleans' nine sacks allowed ranks middle of the pack, tied for 17th in the league.
Thomas returns to old self
Left tackle Andrew Thomas returned to the field in last week's game against the Chiefs. The star tackle was on a pitch count in Week 3, playing 28 snaps, including 12 pass block snaps, and did not allow a single pressure. It was a good debut for Thomas, albeit a short one that saw him come out of the game towards the end of the first half. This past week, though, Thomas was on the field for every offensive snap and looked just as dominant. Thomas played all 76 offensive snaps against the Chargers and did not allow any pressures on 34 pass block snaps. He was not listed on the first injury report of the week Wednesday.
Not only did Thomas put together a dominant performance himself, but his return provided a big boost to the entire offensive line. As a unit, the five linemen surrendered a season-low six total pressures, according to Pro Football Focus, down from 20 pressures against the Chiefs. The left side of the line with Thomas and Jon Runyan was especially strong, as neither player allowed a pressure.
Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee leads the team with 11 total pressures this season, followed by defensive ends Cam Jordan (eight) and Carl Granderson (seven). Granderson has gotten his season off to an especially strong start with a team-high 4.5 sacks, six tackles for loss and five quarterback hits.
Scouting the Saints
The Saints' offense has revolved around running back Alvin Kamara for years. The dual-threat back has taken 65 rush attempts for 256 yards (3.9-yard average) and a touchdown this season while adding 13 receptions for 49 yards. These numbers may be down a bit from what we're used to seeing from him, but make no mistake, Kamara is still a big threat in the New Orleans offense.
"All hands on deck," Daboll said about the key to slowing down Kamara. "He can take it. He can cut one way and cut all the way back. He's such a skillful player and fast and has good vision. We need population to the ball. We need to do a good job of playing good up front and controlling the line of scrimmage and making sure we're gap sound. Even then, he can make plays and you're like, oh man. And he's a tough cover out of the backfield, too. He's been that way for a long time. Dynamic. They get him the ball. I would assume they're going to try to get him the ball a bunch. We're going to have our work cut out for us of playing good team defense on a player like that."
In the passing game, wide receiver Chris Olave leads the way with 26 receptions (for 185 yards), while tight end Juwan Johnson's 204 receiving yards (on 22 receptions) are the most on the team. Rashid Shaheed, the team's No. 2 receiver, is right behind those two with 18 receptions for 174 yards, while all three have caught one touchdown apiece.
"Use action game off of that to try to create some explosives and downfield throws to the receivers, who are very talented," Daboll added about the Saints using play action. "Olave, Shaheed, a tight end that can run."
Spencer Rattler has been the Saints' starting quarterback this season. He's completed 67.1 percent of his passes, but for only 765 yards with five touchdowns and one interception. He's earned a passer rating of 88.4 while adding 102 yards on 16 carries (6.4-yard average).
"I've known Rattler for a bit," the head coach said. "Went to his high school when I was at Alabama. One of the top recruits in the country. Timing, rhythm passer, accurate and has good athleticism. Can make plays with his legs. Run him on some runs. He's good on scrambles."
On the defensive side of the ball, the Saints come into this game ranking 30th in points allowed on the year. Despite some of their struggles, the New Orleans defense still boasts some notable names that cannot be overlooked on Sunday.
"Coach (Brandon) Staley coming in there to be the defensive coordinator," said Daboll. "A couple veterans on the defense with (defensive end) Cam (Jordan) and (linebacker) Davis (Demario), who I think have been really good players for a long time. They've got a good defensive scheme."
View photos from the all-time series between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints.
New York Giants Fran Tarkenton (10) during a game agains the New Orleans Saints on October 6. 1968 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. The New York Giants beat the New Orleans Saints 38-31. Fran Tarkenton played for 18 season with 2 different teams. He was a 9-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986.(David Durochik via AP)
New York Giants Fran Tarkenton (10) during a game agains the New Orleans Saints on October 6. 1968 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. The New York Giants beat the New Orleans Saints 38-31. Fran Tarkenton played for 18 season with 2 different teams. He was a 9-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986.(David Durochik via AP)
Jim Taylor of the New Orleans Saints reaches for the ball, thrown by quarterback Gary Cuozzo, as it falls incomplete in the third quarter of the Saints-Giants National Football League game in New York on Oct. 8, 1967. Defensive back Wendell Harris of the Giants, left, is set for the tackle. The Giants won 27-21. (AP Photo)
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Marshall (70) celebrates with defensive end George Martin (75) after recovering a fumble by New Orleans Saints running back Buford Jordan (23) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 1986 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won the game 20-17. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Dave Wilson (18) throws a pass despite pressure from leaping New York Giants defensive end George Martin (75) and Giants defensive end Leonard Marshall (70) during the NFL football game on September 28, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 20-17. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants Rob Carpenter (26) runs the ball during the NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the New York Giants on December 15, 1984 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown, left, running back Rodney Hampton, center, and center Brian Williams (59) celebrate Hampton's five-yard touchdown in the second quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sept. 24, 1995. Hampton scored four touchdowns in the Giants 5-29 win over the Saints. (AP Photo/Kevin Larkin)
New York Giants wide receiver Chris Calloway (30) scores the Giants' second touchdown with New Orleans safety Anthony Newman (30) in pursuit in the second quarter of their game Sunday, Sept. 28, 1997, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants defeated the Saints 14-9 improving their record to 2-3.(AP Photo/John Dunn)
New York Giants wide receiver Joe Jurevicius catches a pass for a 46-yard touchdown as New Orleans Saints safety Joe Bellamy looks on during the fourth quarter Sunday, Aug. 30, 2001, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 21-13. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants punt returner Tiki Barber (21) slips out of the grasp of New Orleans Saints linebacker Phil Clark, left, as he returns a punt for 20 yards during the first quarter Sunday, Aug. 30, 2001, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Barber pulled a hamstring while making a 14-yard touchdown run during the second quarter. The Giants won 21-13.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Aaron Brooks (2) is stopped by New York Giants safety Sam Garnes, left, linebackers Brandon Short, top, Jessie Armstead, right, and Mike Barrow, bottom right, during the first quarter Sunday, Aug. 30, 2001, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Joe Jurevicius is congratulated by Greg Comella, left, and Amani Toomer after his touchdown run in the fourth quarter of the Giants' 21-13 win over the New Orleans Saints at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. (AP Photo/Jeff Zelevansky)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) gets away from New Orleans Saints defender Kenny Smith (90) as Giants Scott Peters (63) blocks in first half NFL action in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans Sunday Dec. 14, 2003. Barber had a short gain on the play. (AP Photo/Andrew Cohoon)
The New York Giants' Tiki Barber, left, gets past the New Orleans Saints' Jay Bellamy, top right, and Mike McKenzie at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. , Monday, Sept. 19, 2005. The Giants won 27-10. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
The New Orleans Saints kicker John Carney, right, is consoled by teamate Todd Bouman as the New York Giants' Reggie Torbor, left, runs by after Carney missed a kick in the fourth quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Monday, Sept 19, 2005. The Giants won 27-10. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
The New Orleans Saints' Deuce McAllister moves upfield as the New York Giants' Carlos Emmons brings him down in the second quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. , Monday, Sept. 19, 2005. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress picks up a first down against the New Orleans Saints Monday night, Sept. 19, 2005 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants take on the St. Louis Rams on Sunday. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
The New York Giants' Eli Manning, right, talks with the New Orleans Saints' Deuce McAllister after the Giants beat the Saints 27-10 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. , Monday, Sept 19, 2005. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) scrambles for three yards before being tackled by New York Giants' Mathias Kiwanuka, right, and Fred Robbins during second quarter NFL football Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Saints won 30-7. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants' Tiki Barber sweeps around the right side against the New Orleans Saints in the fourth quarter during NFL football action Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006 in East Rutherford, N.J. Barber rushed for 71 yards in the game. The Saints won 30-7. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants cornerback Jason Bell and safety Will Demps celebrate after stopping the New Orleans Saints during their football Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber, right, greets New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton after NFL football action Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006, in East Rutherford, N.J. Barber rushed for 71 yards in the game. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) picks up yardage as Giants' Tim Carter blocks New Orleans Saints cornerback Mike McKenzie, left, during second quarter NFL football Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
The New Orleans Saint, left, huddle before a play against the New York Giants, right, during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, October 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New Orleans Saints tight end Jeremy Shockey (88) chats with New York Giants center Shaun O'Hara, left, and Giants Justin Tuck, right, at the end of an NFL game between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. Saints won 48-27. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) picks up good yardage on a pass play as New Orleans Saints cornerback Jabari Greer (32) gives chase in the second half of an NFL game between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. Saints won 48-27. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) directs running back Brandon Jacobs (27) in the first half against the New Orleans Saints in the first half of their NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. [(AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New Orleans Saints running back Mike Bell (21) is tackled by New York Giants linebackers Danny Clark (55) and Chase Blackburn (57) during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, October 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play as center Shaun O'Hara (60) looks on in the second half of their NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
The New York Giants huddle before a play against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, October 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) audibles at the line in the first half of an NFL game between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. The Saints won 48-27. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) slips into the end zone past New Orleans Saints safety Darren Sharper (42) in the first half of an NFL game between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. The Saints won 48-27. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants guard Chris Snee (76), tackle Kareem McKenzie (67) and corner Shaun O'Hara (60) line up against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, October 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) runs with the ball against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, October 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw, left, is hoisted up in celebration by teammate Shaun O'Hara as Madison Hedgecock (39) watches after Bradshaw scored a touchdown in the first half of an NFL game between the New York Giants and New Orleans Saints in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) races with a pass in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback Jabari Greer (32) in the second half of their NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New York Giants wide receiver Domenik Hixon (87) makes a catch over New Orleans Saints corner back Tracy Porter (22) during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct.18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) shake hands after an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) hands off to running back Brandon Jacobs (27) during the first quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New Orleans Saints guard Jahri Evans (73) scuffles with several New York Giants during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) celebrates his touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New Orleans Saints outside linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52) tries to block a field goal by New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) during the second quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) is hit by New York Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich (58) after releasing a pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls out a play at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) tries to block the pass of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants free safety Antrel Rolle (26) pats quarterback Eli Manning (10) on the head prior to an NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the New York Giants in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) looks over his shoulder at New Orleans Saints cornerback Tracy Porter (22) as he runs for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talk after their NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011.(AP Photo/Bill Haber)
New York Giants free safety Antrel Rolle (26) breaks up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints running back Darren Sproles (43)during the third quarter of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 28, 2011. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) dances in the end zone to celebrate his 10-yard touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. At left is Saints cornerback Johnny Patrick (32). (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) does a summersault after scoring on a six-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2012, file photo, New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) draws in the crowd after a short gain during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) chats with New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning following their NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants defeated the Saints 52-27. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) is hoisted into the air by Martellus Bennett after scoring on a 52-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 52-27. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) flips after scoring on a 6-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants running back David Wilson (22) runs for a 52-yard touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2012, file photo, New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) is tackled by New Orleans Saints outside linebacker Jonathan Vilma during an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2012 file photo, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) is sacked by New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates with David Diehl after his 5-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Domenik Hixonduring the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) talks w New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) following a week 8 NFL football game on November 1, 2015 at the Mercedes- Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana (Evan Pinkus via AP)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the New Orleans Saints during a week 8 NFL football game on November 1, 2015 at the Mercedes- Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana ( Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) catches a touchdown pass during a week 8 NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints on November 1, 2015 at the Mercedes- Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) carries against New Orleans Saints cornerback Brandon Browner (39) in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on November 1, 2015. The Saints defeated the Texans 52-49. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play in the huddle in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) pulls in a touchdown reception in front of New Orleans Saints defensive back Kyle Wilson (24) in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes in the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015.(AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints safety Jarius Byrd (31) slams into New York Giants tight end Will Tye (45) during an NFL game at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on November 1, 2015. The Saints defeated the Texans 52-49. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on November 1, 2015. Manning passed for 350 yards and six touchdowns. The Saints defeated the Texans 52-49. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Willie Snead (83) fumbles as he is hit by New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. The fumble resulted in a touchdown return for the Giants. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on November 1, 2015. Manning passed for 350 yards and six touchdowns. The Saints defeated the Texans 52-49. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings (23) stiff arms New Orleans Saints cornerback Brandon Browner (39) during a week 8 NFL football game on November 1, 2015 at the Mercedes- Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) pulls in a touchdown reception in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greet each other after an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. The Saints won 52-49. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) celebrates after making a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass as New Orleans Saints' Paul Kruger (99) rushes him during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) catches a pass in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback Ken Crawley (46) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 16-13. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) defends New Orleans Saints' Willie Snead (83) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Víctor Cruz, de los Giants de Nueva York, captura un pase frente a Ken Crawley, cornerback de los Saints de Nueva Orleáns, en el partido del domingo 18 de septiembre de 2016 (AP Foto/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants' Rhett Ellison, center, runs the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) fends off New Orleans Saints cornerback Ken Crawley (20) during an NFL game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, East Rutherford, NJ. (Al Tielemans via AP)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New Orleans Saints take on the New York Giants during a week 4 NFL football game on Sunday September 30, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) dives into the end during a week 4 NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday September 30, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) looks to get in the end zone during a week 4 NFL football game against the.New Orleans Saints on Sunday September 30, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, left, greets New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) carries the ball during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (NFL Photos via AP)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) carries the ball while New Orleans Saints defensive back Vonn Bell (24) defends during an NFL football game on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (NFL Photos via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greet each other following an NFL football game on Monday, Sept. 1, 2018 in East Rutherford, N.J. (NFL Photos via AP)
New York Giants' Saquon Barkley runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Saints defeated the Giants 33-18. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants' Saquon Barkley, front, runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants' Sterling Shepard, front, makes a catch in front of New Orleans Saints' Ken Crawley during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants' Saquon Barkley jumps over defenders for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants' Sterling Shepard, left, scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) scores the game winning touchdown during a Week 4 football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday October 3, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) runs with the ball during a Week 4 football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday October 3, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana
Saquon Barkley (26)
Daniel Jones (8)
QB Tommy DeVito (15)
C John Michael Schmitz Jr. (61)
New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (25) during a week 15 NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, December 17, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor (2) during a week 15 NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, December 17, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana (Evan Pinkus / New York Giants)
ILB Bobby Okereke (58), OLB Azeez Ojulari (51)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5), OLB Brian Burns (0)
CB Tre Hawkins III (37)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5), OLB Brian Burns (0)
WR Darius Slayton (86)
S Dane Belton (24)
S Dane Belton (24)
CB Tre Hawkins III (37)
OLB Brian Burns (0) ,OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux (5)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
WR Malik Nabers (1)
