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NFL, NFLPA Open Review of Giants’ Handling of Jaxson Dart Concussion Check

The inquiry centers on whether the sideline concussion evaluation was conducted free of coaching influence.

Overview

  • League officials announced a joint review with the NFLPA into the application of the concussion protocol after Jaxson Dart’s third‑quarter evaluation against the Eagles.
  • Broadcast footage showed head coach Brian Daboll peeking into the blue medical tent and later confronting team physician Dr. Scott Rodeo, while rookie Cam Skattebo also briefly entered the tent.
  • NFL chief medical officer Dr. Allen Sills has emphasized that only the player, a team physician, an independent specialist and possibly a team athletic trainer are permitted in the tent during evaluations.
  • Daboll apologized for his actions and Giants president John Mara said the team will fully cooperate with the review, noting the appearance of approaching the tent was inappropriate.
  • Dart missed two plays, was cleared to return, and is subject to the required next‑day testing, while potential discipline for Daboll or the team will depend on the review’s findings.