# Giants QB Dart sidelined with knee injury

> Jaxson Dart suffered a suspected MCL sprain early in New York's loss to the Rams, but initial signs suggest he'll avoid long-term damage.
- Title: Giants QB Dart sidelined with knee injury · CBS Sports
- Summary: Jaxson Dart suffered a suspected MCL sprain early in New York's loss to the Rams, but initial signs suggest he'll avoid long-term damage. Dart's injury…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/jaxson-dart-injury-update-giants-qb-knee
- Published: 2026-09-22T03:18:00+00:00
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## Dart goes down early
Giants QB Jaxson Dart suffered a knee injury on the final play of New York's opening drive against the Rams. He took a hit from defenders Josaiah Stewart and Byron Young while throwing deep, and his left knee bent awkwardly in the collision.
## Suspected MCL sprain
The Giants fear Dart has a sprained MCL. X-rays at SoFi Stadium came back negative, and he'll undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the full extent of the injury.
## Positive signs on sideline
Dart walked off the field without assistance and into the locker room under his own power, a good sign that the injury may not be severe. GM Joe Schoen told ESPN that Dart is "going to be OK."

> going to be OK
## Winston takes over
Jameis Winston entered the game in relief of Dart as the Giants fell to the Rams 28-6. Winston brings extensive starting experience as a backup option.
## Dart was playing well
Dart's second NFL season was off to a strong start. He went 23-for-29 with 230 passing yards and three touchdowns in a Week 1 win over Dallas, his best game by passer rating.
## Giants have favorable schedule
If Dart misses time, New York faces the Titans, Cardinals, and Commanders in Weeks 3-6, a relatively easy stretch. Winston's experience should help the team stay competitive.
## Key takeaway

Dart's injury appears manageable with negative X-rays, though an MRI will confirm the extent of the damage to his left knee.