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Giants' Jaxson Dart Nears Final Concussion Checks, Week 13 Status Uncertain

Clearance hinges on a contact practice followed by an independent neurological exam.

Overview

  • Dart remains in Phase 4 of the NFL concussion protocol after limited, non-contact practices with no full-contact work yet.
  • He took first-team reps last week and traveled to Detroit despite being ruled out, with coaches noting he looked like his normal self, signaling no setback.
  • To be eligible to play, he must complete a full-contact practice and then be evaluated by the independent neurological consultant assigned to the team.
  • His next chance to return comes Monday night at New England, though a Week 14 bye and the Giants’ elimination provide flexibility on timing.
  • The rookie has missed two games since his Week 10 concussion against Chicago, with Jameis Winston starting both as New York slipped to 2-10.