Giants' Jaxson Dart makes immediate impact in first NFL start

The New York Giants will officially start their 1st-round pick Jaxson Dart this Sunday, benching Russell Wilson. Colin Cowherd reacts to the news and sets expectations for the young QB.

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart made an immediate impact in the first start of his NFL career on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Dart led the Giants on a nine-play, 89-yard drive and finished it with a 15-yard touchdown run to help put New York up 7-0 early in the first quarter. He was 2-of-2 passing for 20 yards and had three carries for 28 yards on his first drive.

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) carries the ball for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J.  (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

It was a good sign for the Giants, who have been looking for a consistent spark on offense. New York decided this was the week to start the former Ole Miss standout after Russell Wilson’s poor play in the team’s 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last week.

He came into the game brimming with confidence.

"I’m ready," Dart told reporters on Wednesday. "It wasn’t anything extra. You always say like, ‘I’m going to prepare each week the same.’ But in all reality, you have different responsibilities as the starter."

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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) hands the game ball to quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) after Dart scored a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J.  (AP