Giants’ 42-10 preseason win over the Patriots highlighted a wave of rookie impact, led by Jaxson Dart’s anti-hero start that produced a late TD and mobility, even as a concussion scare loomed after a non-slide rush. Darius Alexander flashed in 19 defensive snaps with a tackle for loss and QB hit, signaling a promising ramp-up for a third-round pick. Thomas Fidone II stood out at tight end, catching 4 of 5 targets for 39 yards and a score, while Cam Skattebo earned 12 rushing yards on three carries in limited work. Marcus Mbow anchored the line and Abdul Carter came on briefly, but the night belonged to the Giants’ youth pipeline. O’Donnell Fortune and TJ Moore added playmaking moments on defense, with Fortune breaking up passes and Moore delivering a pick-six before an in-game injury. Beaux Collins struggled, and Juice Wells logged a brief 11-yard grab. The performance solidified the Giants’ rookie class as a rising storyline for fantasy rosters, offering intriguing depth options at multiple spots as the regular season approaches.

In a game that felt more like a showcase than a final evaluation, Fidone’s red-zone-ready receiving ability and Dart’s improvisational flair deliver two clear fantasy angles: risk-adjusted upside at tight end and a quarterback depth option whose involvement could grow with practice efficiency. Alexander’s defensive pops suggest a plausible early role in subpackages, while Skattebo’s speed could translate into occasional supplementary carries if deeper Giants talents miss time. With a roster still sorting itself, these rookies provide late-season value triggers if their opportunities widen in Week 1 and beyond.