Overview
- The NFL awarded Dart Offensive Rookie of the Month for October after he led all rookies with 1,014 total yards and 10 touchdowns, becoming the only rookie with at least two touchdowns in four October games.
- 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Dart has an elite feel for off-schedule plays and praised his vision and command after studying the rookie’s tape.
- San Francisco defensive coordinator Robert Saleh called Dart “uber-talented,” said New York “hit on this one big-time,” and predicted the young quarterback “is going to be special.”
- Across his first five starts, Dart has completed 59.9% of his passes for 984 yards with eight touchdowns and three interceptions, adding 195 rushing yards and four rushing scores.
- Dart’s production has come with key playmakers sidelined, including Malik Nabers’ season-ending injury and Cam Skattebo’s ankle surgery, as he publicly emphasizes unwavering confidence in his teammates.