Giants’ John Harbaugh is dying for someone to earn the top spot in RB traffic jam

Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesGiants’ John Harbaugh is dying for someone to earn the top spot in RB traffic jam appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.John Harbaugh understands there is frustration within the New York Giants’ running back room. However, he wants someone to come out of the fray and shine as the top rusher.Harbaugh is going through his first year at the helm for the Giants following a long stint with the Baltimore Ravens. He looks to lead New York back to serious playoff contention, having won three of their first six games.However, the latest loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday saw stunning numbers in the run game. Cam Skattebo, who started the year as the lead back, got no carries for the entire day. Devin Singletary had four carries, Tyrone Tracy Jr. attempted six rushes, while Najee Harris ran the ball four times.Watch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial)Harbaugh spoke with media on Monday, per reporter Jordan Raanan. He acknowledges the noise in the running back room, emphasizing the need for them to maximize their chances to be the top rusher in the group.“John Harbaugh says he knows and understands how Najee Harris and the RBs feel about the 4-man rotation. They all want to be the No. 1 guy. But Harbaugh says he also knows that carries are “earned” and tells them “do something” in their opportunities and more will come,” Raanan wrote.How John Harbaugh, Giants performed against SaintsJohn Harbaugh knows that the Giants still have a chance to be in the playoff mix despite significant injuries. However, addressing the quarterback and running back rooms will be crucial moving forward following the Saints loss.New York had the initial lead in the first half before New Orleans took over in the second and third quarters. McCarthy nearly got the rally to be successful, but he was unable to tie the game with an unsuccessful touchdown pass in the end zone.Tyrone Tracy Jr. had his moment in the run game, rushing six times for 18 yards and a touchdown while catching two passes for 27 yards and a touchdown. Malik Nabers dominated with 12 catches for 165 yards. Meanwhile, Isaiah Likely came next with six receptions for 96 yards and a touchdown.The Giants will look to bounce back in their next matchup, being on the road. They take on the Houston Texans in Week 7 as kickoff commences on Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. ET.Related: When Giants’ J.J. McCarthy could start for New York, according to Ian RapoportRelated: Giants’ John Harbaugh still playing it close to the vest on J.J. McCarthy-Jameis Winston debate