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Giants’ Jaxson Dart, Motivated by Saints Snub, Readies for New Orleans Start

Team leaders stress protecting the rookie after his bruising debut.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) awaits the snap during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Sep. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)

Overview

  • Dart said he still carries a chip after New Orleans passed on him at No. 9 for Kelvin Banks and later drafted Tyler Shough, while the Giants traded up with Houston to select him at No. 25.
  • Elevated to starter after an 0-3 opening, the rookie led a Week 4 upset of the 3-0 Chargers with one rushing and one passing touchdown.
  • He is on the injury report with a hamstring issue but practiced fully this week as coaches urge smarter decisions on when to run and when to slide.
  • New York is reshaping its receiving plan with Malik Nabers out for the season with a torn ACL, increasing opportunities for Darius Slayton, Wan’Dale Robinson, Jalin Hyatt and Beaux Collins.
  • The Saints are 0-4 with Spencer Rattler still starting under Kellen Moore; Chase Young remains out, yet the defense has 11 sacks led by Carl Granderson and Cam Jordan.