Overview
- In a Week 15 loss to Washington, Dart was removed at first-and-goal after contact with Javon Kinlaw and Eddie Goldman, missed two snaps for a sideline evaluation, and returned for fourth down.
- Dart told reporters he was “definitely surprised” to be pulled and said there is “sensitivity” in how officials and spotters handle his hits.
- Interim coach Mike Kafka said the Giants “won’t change much,” calling Dart’s mobility a strength and noting the goal-line play was a pass, not a designed run.
- Backup Jameis Winston took two plays while Dart was in the blue tent before Dart re-entered; Goldman was also examined for a concussion on the sequence.
- Dart missed two games in November with a diagnosed concussion, and multiple reports indicate the team has reduced designed quarterback runs since his return.