Jaxson
Dart

Jaxson emerged himself to Giants fans immediately as a 2025 rookie, he played fast but not frantic, showing confident decision-making, quick eyes and the courage to attack. Dart thrives on RPOs and off-script moments, using subtle pocket movement to buy space. He's an emotional spark who brings edge, belief and energy to the entire offense.

Dart earned rave reviews from Giants teammates early in his first training camp. "I've seen him make throws I haven't even seen vets make," veteran Zach Pascal said. "When you see him make a throw or get excited and make a run, he has that energy and excitement that trickles throughout the whole offense to make us believe in him."

The way Dart sees it, going to the country's largest city and brightest media spotlight was exactly the challenge he wanted. "Ever since I was a kid, that was something that enticed me; I wanted to play on the biggest stages in the biggest moments," the Giants rookie said. "I want to feel that pressure."

Jaxson Dart was selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. The quarterback from Ole Miss was a standout performer in college, throwing for over 3,000 yards in his final season. Dart brings a strong arm and mobility to the Giants offense, and is expected to compete for the starting quarterback position in his rookie season. His ability to make plays both in the pocket and on the run makes him an exciting prospect for Giants fans.

Dart is a band aid, and we're not talking about the hyphenated healers from the first-aid department. When his team wants to rock out, the QB works as a producer, setting up the instruments and making sure the arrangements are tight. He's the brains behind a hit that New York fans will never get tired of hearing.

Putting in the time is part of the job for a quarterback. Dart likes it. "Being able to come to work every single day, I just love it," the Giants' 2025 first-round pick said. "I love being around the facility. A lot of times, I try to be the last one to leave, and I just want to put as much as I can into this."

There are few plays more satisfying to watch than a quarterback connecting with his receiver on a deep strike. For Dart, this is one of his best traits when it comes to slinging the rock. He loves the opportunity to show off and air it out, watching as it soars through the sky for another big completion.

Dart had a tough draw in his 2025 preseason debut, matching up against several of Buffalo's starters. The rookie didn't sweat the challenge. Looking comfortable, he completed 12-of-19 passes for 154 yards and a touchdown, and he led the Giants to points on three of his four first-half possessions.

Independent quarterbacks coach Jordan Palmer has worked with everyone from Josh Allen to Joe Burrow to Bo Nix. As for Dart, he believes the new Giants signal-caller has all the tools to become a great one. "I've been right a whole lot more than I've been wrong, and I was really high on Jaxson," Palmer said.

Lately, the Giants haven't lined up to their namesake, looking up at the rest of the league. The easiest way to tip the script in a hurry is to acquire a star-level quarterback. Tabbed in the first round of the 2025 draft, Dart will aim high and the D part New York back to the top.

All the things Dart did at Ole Miss were on display at OTAs. "He has the ability to place very catchable balls over defenders," reported John Schmeelk. "He is a good athlete, with the quickness to escape from pressure and the creativity to throw on the move. His competitiveness has been obvious."

Jaxson Dart helped elevate Millville High's offensive line and starting passing attack. He brings football IQ, arm talent and an elusive scrambling ability. After a memorable run at USC in 2021, Dart landed the starting quarterback job at Ole Miss.

All the things Dart did at Ole Miss were on display at OTAs. "He has the ability to place very catchable balls over defenders," reporter John Schmeelk said. "He is a good athlete, with the twitchiness to escape from pressure and the creativity to throw on the move. His competitiveness has also been obvious."

Twisters will be a weekly sight inside the Giants' home stadium. Not tornados — spirals. Dart spins a mean football and brought his tight tosses to New York as a first-round pick in 2025. As accurate as they are pretty, his passes touch down in the perfect area every time.

The Giants love Dart's ability to lead a locker room. "What really stands out about Jaxson is his passion for the game, leadership amongst his teammates and how he can cross sides of the ball," GM Joe Schoen told Sports Illustrated. "He's not just sitting over with the offense… You see him interacting with the defense as well."

Boasting a star wideout in Malik Nabers and a speedster in Darius Slayton, the Giants want to push the ball down the field as much as possible. They got the right QB for the job in Dart. The Ole Miss product possesses the arm strength to make all the throws and the aggressive mindset to challenge defenses.