Malachi Fields shines as New York Giants fall to Minnesota Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:37 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The New York Giants lost their preseason opener to the Minnesota Vikings 13-10 on Saturday at MetLife Stadium. The Giants led at halftime 10-3, fueled by a touchdown pass from Jaxson Dart to rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields and a field goal from Ben Sauls. However, the Vikings rallied in the second half, with Giants backup players struggling against the defense. Despite the loss, excitement surrounds Fields, who had three catches for 34 yards and a touchdown, showing promise for the season ahead.
- •Giants trailed 13-10 after halftime against the Vikings.
- •Malachi Fields caught 3 passes for 34 yards and 1 touchdown.
- •Jaxson Dart threw a TD pass to Fields before halftime.
- •Giants' penalties and turnovers contributed to the loss.
- •Fans express optimism about Fields' potential despite the defeat.
- 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — New York Giants fans abuzz with excitement over Malachi Fields despite loss
"The New York Giants may have dropped their preseason opener to the Minnesota Vikings, but fans are buzzing over rookie WR Malachi Fields.
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