Johnson: Jaxson Dart Pays Immediate Dividends in Giants’ Upset Win vs. Chargers
Jaxson Dart threw and rushed for touchdowns in his first start, ending the Chargers' undefeated streak and securing the Giants' first win after an 0-3 start.
- On Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, Jaxson Dart led the New York Giants to a 21-18 home victory in his first NFL start, securing New York’s first win of the season in East Rutherford, N.J.
- After an 0-3 start, head coach Brian Daboll decided this week to start Jaxson Dart in place of Russell Wilson, increasing pressure on Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen.
- Dart completed 13-of-20 passes for 111 yards including a 3-yard touchdown to Theo Johnson and rushed for 54 yards with a touchdown despite five sacks.
- Malik Nabers was carted off with a right knee injury during the second quarter, and the Giants fear a torn ACL with MRI and further testing scheduled for Monday.
- Dart became the first rookie since Phil Simms to beat a 3-0 team in his first start, and he will face the New Orleans Saints next week.
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Chargers take first loss of season at hands of Jaxson Dart, Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey (KYMA, KECY) - The Chargers headed into today’s matchup riding high at 3‑0, but came up short in a hard‑fought 21‑18 defeat at the hands of the New York Giants. The Chargers offense started off slow with a three-and-out and interception on their first two drives, allowing the Giants to get out to a 10-0 lead. Jaxson Dart scored his first career touchdown in the midst of it with a 15-yard run untouched through the midd…
Russell Wilson’s Firm Statement to Jaxson Dart After Giants Rookie Shouts Out Backup QB
Many Giants fans expected Jaxson Dart to eventually take over the QB1 role from Russell Wilson. Some saw it happening midseason, others wanted the switch after Week 1. Head coach Brian Daboll made his decision following the Week 3 loss to the Chiefs. Dart is now the starter, and the veteran QB has a message for the rookie. There’s usually an uncomfortable tension hanging around the locker room when a young QB takes the reins from a veteran. But …
"Y'all petty as hell": Emmanuel Acho calls out CBS for sudden cutaway from Russell Wilson to Jaxson Dart - Brian Daboll celebrating Giants' 21-18 win
After the New York Giants garnered their first win of the season, a 21-18 victory over the LA Chargers on Sunday, CBS aired a moment during their broadcast which showed quarterback Russell Wilson on t
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