Overview
- The injury occurred early in the Giants’ game against the Rams when Dart was hit by two defenders on the first drive, forcing him to leave the field after his knee bent awkwardly.
- Postgame MRI, reported by NFL Network and ESPN and summarized by team coverage, showed tears to the medial collateral ligament, posterior cruciate ligament and meniscus while the ACL appears intact.
- Giants doctors have recommended surgery to repair the damage, which will end Dart’s 2026 season and start a formal rehabilitation process.
- New York immediately turned to veteran Jameis Winston as the starter, a move that alters game plans under coach John Harbaugh because Winston has produced limited success as a starter since 2024.
- At 23 and in his second NFL season, Dart’s lost year is a major development for his growth and the franchise’s long-term plans, and the team will be watched for updates on his rehab timeline and how the offense adapts over the coming weeks.