Game Info
Kickoff: Sunday, October 5, 2025, 1 p.m. ET
Location: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA
Network: CBS
New York Giants
Quarterback
Jaxson Dart: SIT, QB2 (startable in Superflex)
Jaxson Dart sure looked the part as the future at quarterback for the New York Football Giants. He played with poise, especially on a crucial third-and-6 from their own 4-yard line. Dart stood patient in the end zone, scrambled to the right, and hit Darius Slayton with a dart for a first down. He wasn’t afraid to tuck and run, but he didn’t force it. Now, the numbers weren’t massive — he only threw for 111 yards — but he rushed for 54 yards, and totaled two touchdowns (one rushing, one passing). Dart showed the mobility and patience the Giants have desperately needed. You can start him as a QB2 in Superflex leagues immediately. Losing Malik Nabers for the season crushes what could have been a top-10 upside, but the rushing floor is real.
Running Back
Tyrone Tracy Jr.
Cam Skattebo: START, RB2
Devin Singletary: SIT
I stand by my statement: Cam Skattebo would fistfight a grizzly bear if he were asked to do so. He looks like the Juggernaut busting through walls every time he touches the ball. The read option worked perfectly with him and Dart all game, and it helped set up a touchdown late in the game. He had five targets and five receptions for 37 yards and is now in line for even more work with Nabers’ injury. Skattebo is a true three-down back. He is locked in as an RB2 from here on out. The volume is there, the power is there, and now the passing game involvement is cemented. Start him with confidence against a New Orleans defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to opposing running backs.
Wide Receiver
Wan’Dale Robinson: START, Risky WR3
Jalin Hyatt: SIT
Darius Slayton: FLEX, WR5
I’d really prefer not to start any Giants pass catchers until we see what this offense will look like post-Nabers, but you may not have a choice. Wan’Dale Robinson is likely the safest option and should see the most targets, but the ceiling is low. Darius Slayton has some boom potential as the Giants’ best deep threat left, going 4 targets for 3 receptions and 44 yards. He’s a lottery ticket FLEX you’re hoping makes a splash play.
Tight End
Theo Johnson: STREAMER
Theo Johnson isn’t there yet, but with five targets, three receptions, and a TD, he could find himself in streaming TE discussion if that volume holds.
Defense/Special Teams
New York Giants: STREAMER
The Giants’ defense looked the best it has all season and pressured Justin Herbert on 45.5% of his dropbacks. Anybody facing Spencer Rattler is in streaming consideration.
New Orleans Saints
Quarterback
Spencer Rattler: SIT
Well, back to it then.
Running Back
Alvin Kamara: START, RB2
Kendre Miller: FLEX, RB3
Alvin Karmara saw nearly 20 touches for the third time in four games, but Kendre Miller showed up and showed out, likely at least sparking the idea of more work for Miller in the mind of coach Kellen Moore. Miller rushed for five fewer yards on four fewer carries, and bested Kamaras’ yards per carry, 5.9 to 6.7. It was apparent watching the game that Miller was the better runner, at least for the day, supported by his 9.1% explosive run rate compared to just 6.7% for Kamara. Miller didn’t see a target, but if he carves out more work on the early downs, he could approach FLEX viability. Kamara is still an RB2, but his potential to cede work to Miller is concerning for his season-long value. The Giants are a top-five fantasy matchup for running backs, and you’re firing up Kamara in all formats. Miller should be rostered everywhere, but is not yet startable.
Wide Receiver
Chris Olave: START, WR2
Rashid Shaheed: FLEX, WR4
Brandin Cooks: SIT
Chris Olave finally scored a touchdown! So he had a spike week, right? RIGHT?
It was Olave’s first game with single-digit targets and single-digit fantasy points, thanks to throwing an interception. Yes, an interception. He’s a volume-based WR3 with a low ceiling and high floor, but the upside is a tad boosted facing the Giants, who allow the second-most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. Rashid Shaheed is a boom-bust FLEX who is a worthy dart throw considering the matchup. Brandin Cooks is a very nice person.
Tight End
Juwan Johnson: START, TE1
At the time of writing, Juwan Johnson hadn’t practiced this week due to an ankle injury. If he plays this week, he’s a startable TE1 averaging nearly eight targets per game.
Defense/Special Teams
New Orleans Saints: SIT
I can’t recommend starting a defense that allows over 30 points per game, even against a Nabers-less Giants offense.