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Nov 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh reacts during the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

With the trade deadline looming, Harbaugh says conversations are happening but nothing looks imminent, and any deal has to make sense long term.

Nov 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh reacts during the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

With the trade deadline looming, Harbaugh says conversations are happening but nothing looks imminent, and any deal has to make sense long term.

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Nov 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) drops back to pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.

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Arvell Reese’s three sacks and Dominic Zvada’s four field goals lift New York to a 19-11 win and a 5-2-1 record, ending a 13-game skid at the Linc.

Oct 25, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) dives for a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings in the first half at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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New York’s offer reportedly wasn’t enough for Indianapolis, and with Skattebo and Tracy hurt, the Giants’ backfield remains thin.

New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt

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WR Jalin Hyatt, a 2023 third-round pick, joins the active roster and may return kicks Sunday, while RB Phil Mafah and OLB Dewuane Smoot are elevated.

New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy on the field following a defeat to the Saints during a Week 6 NFL game between New York Giants and New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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New York hasn’t won at Lincoln Financial Field since 2013, but a surging offense and a slumping Eagles team have the tide turning.

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) walks off the field following a 28020 victory during a week one opening game between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys at Metlife Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ.

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From Malik Nabers and J.J. McCarthy to a slumping kicker and a shaky offensive line, here’s who is up and down for Big Blue at the halfway point.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter

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Philadelphia ranks 28th against the run, but Fangio’s disguised coverages and a talented front still demand respect.

Nov 1, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (43) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Highmark Stadium.

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The Giants’ backfield is thin, and Baltimore’s Justice Hill is the latest name tied to their search for a lead back before Tuesday’s deadline.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) before the game against the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium.

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Deonte Banks's resurgence and the trade deadline countdown highlight this week's mailbag.

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is trending int he wrong direction for Sunday's game at Philadelphia.

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Skattebo’s hamstring injury has kept him out since the bye, and the Giants appear headed to the practice squad for backfield help.

Sep 13, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely (9) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium.

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Making his first trip to the Linc as a Giant, Likely says his only mentality is winning the game at hand.

Oct 26, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field.

With Hurts out for the season and the offense in flux, Philadelphia turns to Joe Milton. Here’s how the Giants can take advantage.

Sep 13, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Devin Singletary (26) carries the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium.

Devin Singletary is next up at running back, and the Giants’ offensive coordinator says his story shows why patience pays off.

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton III, now with the Eagles, will get the start Sunday against the New York Giants.

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The New York Giants defense will attempt to contain the Eagles’ starter, who is making his first start as an NFL quarterback.

Oct 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants kicker Dominic Zvada (34) kicks a field goal during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium.

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Chris Horton says Zvada’s struggles are fixable fundamentals as the rookie looks to bounce back against the Eagles.

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers

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With Skattebo sidelined and Nabers added to the injury report, the Giants may call up Eric Gray to help at running back and returner.

Oct 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) on the sideline before a game against the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium.

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The Giants’ new starting quarterback says he’s fully in command of the offense as he prepares for Vic Fangio’s defense in Philadelphia.

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh has his team focused on the next game and nothing else.

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With the division lead in hand and a wounded Eagles team up next, the coach says the focus stays on going 1-0 every week.

Oct 25, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (20) celebrates his touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the first half at Nissan Stadium.

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With Taylor looking out of reach, the Titans running back could fix New York’s outside run game. A trade would cost a pick and raise a contract question.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Greg Newsome II (20) reacts after breaking up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (not pictured) during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.

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Seven games after signing a one-year “prove it” deal, the Giants cornerback has a three-year extension and says he chose the team for the fit.

Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium.

Skattebo tops the Giants’ Week 9 injury report after sitting out Wednesday. With a short week ahead, New York may have to decide whether to rest him Sunday.

Quarterback Joe Milton III will reportedly get the start for the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday against the New York Giants.

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Joe Milton will reportedly make his first career start Sunday as the 2-6 Eagles try to snap a six-game skid.

Oct 4, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) rushes during the first half against the Tennessee Titans at M&T Bank Stadium.

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Baltimore’s push to stay in the playoff race makes any possibility of the Giants trading for RB Derrick unlikely.

Sep 27, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Zaire Barnes (46) celebrates after a turnover during the first half against the Tennessee Titans at MetLife Stadium.

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The linebacker has been a a solid contributor for John Harbaugh's revamped special teams unit.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh shakes hands with cornerback Deonte Banks (2) after the second quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium.

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The Giants lead the NFC East at 4-2-1. Here are the five opponents, including one they'll see twice, they should beat, ranked from toughest to easiest.