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Rookie Jaxson Dart Wins Giants Debut, Exposes Risk in New Run-Heavy Blueprint

Brian Daboll tailored a quick, run‑centric plan to maximize the rookie’s mobility.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 28: Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants celebrates a win against the Los Angeles Chargers after the game at MetLife Stadium on September 28, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
Sep 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) celebrates a two point conversion against the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Making his first NFL start, Dart led a 21-18 win over the Chargers, going 13-of-20 for 111 yards with one passing touchdown and adding 54 rushing yards and a score without a turnover.
  • TruMedia data showed a clear schematic pivot: seven designed QB runs, 65% of throws released within 2.5 seconds, and a 6.3-yard average depth of target compared with Russell Wilson’s 9.3.
  • Dart absorbed heavy contact with five sacks, a concussion evaluation and hamstring tightness; Brian Daboll said the rookie is doing well and is expected to practice this week.
  • Top receiver Malik Nabers sustained a season-ending ACL tear, increasing pressure on a receiving corps now led by Darius Slayton, Wan’Dale Robinson and Theo Johnson.
  • Fanatics reported Dart’s No. 6 jersey was the NFL’s top seller on Sunday across its platforms, reflecting a surge in fan interest after his debut.