The New York Giants received a warm reception from local fans during UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday. Star quarterbacks Jameis Winston and Jaxson Dart and running back Cam Skattebo were in attendance at the match.
As the NFL stars were shown on the arena’s jumbotron, the crowd erupted in cheers. The positive reaction came for the Giants during a difficult week. The team is coming off a 24-21 loss to the Washington Commanders.
Nice ovation at the Garden for Jameis Winston, Cam Skattebo, and Jaxson Dart pic.twitter.com/l9BYcsXRyh
— Madyson (@Majorleaguemadd) November 15, 2026
The Giants held a four-point lead twice in the fourth quarter after their defense recorded interceptions. However, offensive coordinator Matt Nagy chose to run the ball on both ensuing possessions. New York failed to extend either drive and punted on both attempts.
Coach John Harbaugh defended the decisions, saying the calls were not a sign of a lack of confidence in quarterback J.J. McCarthy. McCarthy threw for 293 yards in the loss.
“We thought we could get it with the runs,” Harbaugh said. “Also keep the clock running and make them burn the timeouts. We thought we could do both. But, looking back on it, I think a good pass there might've been good too.”
The Giants eventually surrendered a 32-yard touchdown pass from Jayden Daniels to Stefon Diggs with 57 seconds remaining. McCarthy then threw an interception while trying to lead a late response.
New York is now 5-3-1 and remains atop the NFC East. The team will look to respond when it hosts the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 22.
Meanwhile, UFC 334 brought a major night of fights to Madison Square Garden, headlined by Ciryl Gane's heavyweight title defense against Josh Hokit. Gane won by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the fight 48-47.