New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season following surgery on his right knee, according to team announcements confirmed on Monday. The procedure addresses structural damage sustained during a hit late in the fourth quarter of a road matchup against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.
The injury deals a severe blow to the Giants’ offense as the team enters the final stretch of the regular season. Medical evaluations in East Rutherford confirmed that the rookie signal-caller tore his anterior cruciate ligament, forcing coaching staff to pivot roster plans heading into Sunday’s division game.
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Head coach Brian Daboll addressed reporters at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center on Monday morning, outlining the recovery timeline for the former Ole Miss standout. Medical staff anticipate an intensive rehabilitation period spanning six to nine months, putting Dart’s availability for the start of offseason workouts in jeopardy but keeping him on track for training camp next summer.
“It’s tough for the kid because he put everything into preparing for this stretch,” Daboll said during his media availability. “He’s handled the news like a professional, and our focus right now is making sure he gets the best possible care during his rehab.”
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The sequence occurred with under three minutes remaining in Los Angeles, where Dart absorbed a helmet-to-thigh collision while scrambling toward the sideline. Trainers attended to him on the field for several minutes before carting him to the locker room. Initial X-rays taken at the stadium revealed instability in the joint, prompting an MRI upon the team’s return to New Jersey.
With Dart sidelined, veteran backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor is expected to assume first-string duties. Taylor entered the game in relief against the Rams, completing four of seven pass attempts for 52 yards. The Giants’ front office also signed veteran quarterback Nathan Peterman to the practice squad to add depth behind Taylor.
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The Giants currently sit at 5-7 in the competitive NFC East standings, fighting for a wildcard spot. Offensive coordinator Mike Kafka faces the challenge of adjusting the playbook to fit Taylor’s veteran skill set, which relies less on designed quarterback runs and more on quick-timing routes and pocket poise.
Fans looking for official injury designations and active roster updates can monitor the NFL’s weekly participation report published on NFL.com.
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