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NFL, NFLPA Reviewing Giants’ Handling of Jaxson Dart Concussion Check After Daboll Approached Tent

The joint review focuses on whether non-medical staff intruded on the controlled tent evaluation during Thursday’s game.

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 09: Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants carries the ball into the endzone for a touchdown during the first quarter of the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on October 09, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Jaxson Dart's impressive performance in the Giants' 34-17 win over the Eagles brought pride to his parents. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
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Overview

  • League and union officials opened a joint inquiry after broadcast video showed coach Brian Daboll at the blue tent and in a heated exchange with team physician Dr. Scott A. Rodeo.
  • Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was evaluated on the sideline, cleared under the concussion protocol, and returned after missing two plays.
  • Brian Daboll publicly apologized, saying he sought timing information for a potential fourth-down decision and acknowledged he was in the wrong.
  • Giants president and CEO John Mara said the appearance of approaching the tent was inappropriate and pledged full cooperation with the review.
  • Possible outcomes include fines or discipline if violations are found, with league rules allowing up to $150,000 for a first protocol offense; no findings or penalties have been announced.