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Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart Says He’ll Play Thursday vs. Eagles After Hamstring Scare

Fangio’s public praise highlights the rookie’s rapid rise from Russell Wilson’s backup to New York’s starter.

Overview

  • Dart was limited on Monday with a hamstring issue, practiced fully Tuesday, and told reporters there was "never a doubt" he would play.
  • Thursday night will be his first NFC East start as the Giants face the defending champion Eagles.
  • The 25th overall pick took over after Russell Wilson was benched following three games and has started the last two.
  • His results have varied, with a debut win over the Chargers featuring a passing and rushing touchdown, followed by a Saints loss with two interceptions and a lost fumble as New York fell to 1-4.
  • Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio lauded Dart’s poise and mobility, saying, "I think they’ve got themselves a quarterback."