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Rookie QBs Ewers and Dart Shine in Preseason Week 2, Heating Up No. 2 Races

Efficient outings by Ewers paired with Dart accelerated backup QB evaluations as teams approach roster-cut deadlines.

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Aug 16, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Israel Abanikanda (23) runs the ball during the first half against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Quinn Ewers threw two touchdown passes to Theo Wease Jr. and completed 11 of 17 attempts for 116 yards in Miami’s 24-17 Week 2 preseason win over the Lions.
  • Jaxson Dart delivered an efficient 14-of-16 performance for 137 yards, including a passing touchdown to Greg Dulcich and a rushing score, as the Giants beat the Jets 31-12.
  • Dart’s back-to-back standout games have cemented him as New York’s clear QB2 behind Russell Wilson, with GM Joe Schoen and coach Brian Daboll planning to start the veteran in Week 1.
  • Lions coach Dan Campbell said Kyle Allen’s consistent play has given him the lead in Detroit’s backup quarterback race over Hendon Hooker.
  • As final preseason cuts loom, teams are leveraging these outings and joint practices to assess quarterback depth and manage starter workloads.