From Bleacherreport · Paul Kasabian · · 1m 30s
Giants QB Dart's Injury Worse Than Expected
MRI results reveal Jaxson Dart's knee damage is more severe than initially feared, threatening his season.
In brief
MRI results reveal Jaxson Dart's knee damage is more severe than initially feared, threatening his season. Jaxson Dart's knee injury is worse than the initial MCL sprain diagnosis, likely requiring season-ending surgery and leaving the Giants without their promising young quarterback. Originally reported by…
Dart's injury worse than feared
Jaxson Dart's knee injury is more severe than initially thought, with ESPN reporting the Giants are bracing for season-ending surgery.
“suffered a knee injury "worse than initially thought"”
Initial diagnosis was MCL sprain
Preliminary tests on Monday night suggested Dart had an MCL sprain. Coach John Harbaugh said the team would know more after Tuesday's MRI.
“"in the neighborhood" of what the team believed to be the diagnosis”
Dart injured in first quarter
Dart exited the 28-6 loss to the Rams in the first quarter after taking a big hit in the pocket. He stayed down on the field before limping off under his own power.
Dart wanted to return to game
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Dart didn't give up his uniform to the training staff until shortly before halftime, showing his determination to get back on the field.
Dart was Giants' future
As a rookie in 2025, Dart completed 63.7 percent of his passes for 2,272 yards, 15 touchdowns and five interceptions in 12 starts, plus 487 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.
Jameis Winston takes over
Jameis Winston will start for the Giants while Dart recovers. Winston went 11-of-27 for 111 yards and an interception against the Rams.
The main idea
Jaxson Dart's knee injury is worse than the initial MCL sprain diagnosis, likely requiring season-ending surgery and leaving the Giants without their promising young quarterback.
