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Giants QB Jaxson Dart expected to have season-ending knee surgery: AP source

Associated Press
New York Giants
Published September 23, 2026 1:33 PM EDT
Published September 23, 2026 1:33 PM EDT
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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants stands on the sideline during the national anthem prior to the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 21, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Bro

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The Brief

    • Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending knee surgery, according to an AP source.
    • Dart was injured on the first drive Monday night against Los Angeles when his left leg bent awkwardly as he was hit by two defenders.
    • Head coach John Harbaugh is scheduled to address reporters after practice later Wednesday.

NEW YORK - New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery on his left knee, according to a person with knowledge of the details of the injury.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the team has not announced Dart's status.

What we know:

Dart was injured on the first drive Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams when his left leg bent awkwardly as he was hit by two defenders. After initially saying it was in the neighborhood of a medial collateral ligament injury, coach John Harbaugh said Tuesday the evaluation process for Dart was still ongoing.

Inglewood, CA - September 21:Giants QB Jaxson Dart (6) leaves the game after a hard tackle during first quarter action at SoFi Stadium on Monday, September 21, 2026. (Photo by David Crane/MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News via Getty Images)

Inglewood, CA - September 21:Giants QB Jaxson Dart (6) leaves the game after a hard tackle during first quarter action at SoFi Stadium on Monday, September 21, 2026. (Photo by David Crane/MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News via Getty Images) (Inglewood, CA - September 21:Giants QB Jaxson Dart (6) leaves the game after a hard tackle during first quarter action at SoFi Stadium on Monday, September 21, 2026. (Photo by David Crane/MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News via Getty Images))

An MRI revealed MCL and posterior cruciate ligament damage, according to a report by NFL Network. Harbaugh is scheduled to address reporters after practice later Wednesday.

Losing the 23-year-old face of the franchise to a long-term injury would be a significant blow in Harbaugh's first season in charge, which began with a victory against Dallas at home in Week 1. Jameis Winston takes over the starting role beginning Sunday against Tennessee.

What's next:

The Giants' next five opponents have a combined 2-8 record. Winston is 3-9 in 12 NFL starts since 2024.

The Source: This article is based on reporting by The Associated Press. 

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