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Cover 3: What we learned about the Giants in Week 6

The Giants.com crew members give their takeaways from Sunday’s 34-27 loss to the Saints.

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 3:42 PM
Cover 3: What we learned about the Giants in Week 6
Key Things to Know
  • Giants.com writers reviewed key takeaways following the Giants' 34-27 Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints.
  • Head coach John Harbaugh said evaluating a potential quarterback switch between Jameis Winston and J.J. McCarthy starts immediately.
  • Giants running backs combined for just 34 rushing yards on 14 carries against New Orleans.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Giants.com staff analyzed key takeaways following the New York Giants' 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 6. Head coach John Harbaugh indicated that the team is evaluating a potential quarterback change heading into Week 7. Jameis Winston threw two interceptions before J.J. McCarthy entered the game in relief, throwing for 243 yards and tying a franchise record for passing yards in a quarter.

Additional takeaways focused on the team's ongoing ground issues, as running backs managed only 34 yards on 14 carries, prompting Harbaugh to call for someone to claim the primary role. Meanwhile, the Giants' run defense surrendered 175 yards to New Orleans, marking their second consecutive game struggling against the run ahead of a Week 7 matchup against the Houston Texans.

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