When the New York Giants drafted Jaxson Dart 25th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, no one thought he'd play this well this soon. Dart has the athletic tools and accuracy to start in the NFL, but he was deemed a project that would take time to develop.

Giants QBs Jameis Winston and Jaxson Dart flashed the iconic "Eat a W" celebration after beating the Patriots 42-10 on Thursday.

The Giants used a first-round draft pick on Jaxson Dart with the thought that one day he will be their franchise quarterback, and everything he has done in the preseason has justified that selection.

Cam Skattebo saw his first game action for the New York Giants and Jaxson Dart had an eventful preseason finale by throwing a touchdown pass and clearing concussion protocol following a big hit, with reserves playing much of a 42-10 rout of the New England Patriots.

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart has continued to impress former NFL coach Jon Gruden in the preseason.

But as the Giants wrap up their 2025 preseason against the New England Patriots, Dart’s ascension into the full-time starting role is going to have to wait, not because he hasn’t made progress since setting foot in East Rutherford as a member of the team, but because of the circumstances.

The most hotly discussed topic surrounding the New York Giants is if and when they'll start rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart. Head coach Brian Daboll alluded to a set plan for Dart and when they intend to let him play in the regular season.