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Rookie Jaxson Dart Reshapes Giants’ Outlook With Two Wins After 0–3 Start

His rise from late first-round pick to starter now frames the Giants’ evaluation of this season.

Overview

  • Dart was elevated to starting quarterback in Week 4 after Russell Wilson was benched, and New York has improved to 2-4 with two victories in his first three starts.
  • His debut produced a 21-18 win over the Chargers with 111 passing yards and two total touchdowns, followed by a loss to the Saints with two touchdown passes and two interceptions.
  • He then led a 34-17 upset of the defending champion Eagles with 195 passing yards, one touchdown and 58 rushing yards, performing without several key teammates including Malik Nabers.
  • The Giants selected linebacker Abdul Carter at No. 3 and then traded with the Texans to secure pick No. 25 for Dart, a move made with reported interest from the Saints, Steelers and Browns in mind.
  • Analysis highlights that Dart’s progress could influence New York’s short-term playoff hopes and factor into assessments of head coach Brian Daboll’s future.