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Giants' Jaxson Dart Injured, Jameis Winston Subs In
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In Short: Jaxson Dart went down with a knee injury during the Giants' game against the Rams, with Jameis Winston taking over.
During the New York Giants' road game against the Los Angeles Rams, second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart sustained an apparent knee injury.
On the final play of the Giants' first drive, Dart was hit by Rams defenders Josaiah Stewart and Byron Young while throwing a deep ball.
Dart's left knee bent awkwardly during the collision, causing him to fall to the ground and clutch at his knee in pain.
Trainers rushed to assess Dart's injury, and he walked to the locker room under his own power.
The Giants announced that Dart is questionable to return due to the knee injury.
ESPN cameras later showed Dart being taken to the locker room on a cart.
Jameis Winston, the Giants' veteran backup quarterback, took over the game after Dart's injury.
Winston had previously filled in for Dart last season when he missed time due to a concussion.
Dart's injury occurred early in the game, and his status for the remainder of the season remains uncertain.
The Giants' medical staff will continue to evaluate Dart's knee injury to determine the extent of the damage and his recovery timeline.
What this adds
The injury occurred during the Giants' first drive, potentially setting back Dart's promising start to the season.
While Dart did not immediately need assistance walking into the locker room, his ability to walk off the field does not necessarily indicate the severity of the injury.
The team's medical staff will play a crucial role in assessing the extent of the injury and planning Dart's recovery.
Background
In the days leading up to the New York Giants' season opener, star receiver Malik Nabers faced a significant mental challenge before finally deciding to play.
What's still developing
- Also potentially promising is that Dart did not immediately walk into the X-ray room, according to ESPN's Laura Rutledge.
- Dart's second season in the NFL was off to a roaring start prior to the injury.
- If there is any source of optimism for the Giants in the immediate wake of this injury, it is that Dart did not need help on his way into the locker room.
- After receiving medical attention on the field, Dart was able to walk off the field under his own power.
- Dart appeared to take a blow to his left knee in the hit, and he remained down on the field, grabbing his leg after the play.