Jaxson Dart Out for Season with Knee Surgery

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season after suffering a torn MCL and meniscus, requiring surgery. The injury, which also includes a sprained PCL, occurred early in the team's recent game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Dart's surgery is expected to sideline him for approximately six to nine months. While his ACL remains intact, the damage to his MCL and meniscus necessitates the procedure. The Giants had explored alternative options to avoid surgery and a season-ending prognosis, but medical opinions ultimately led to this course of action.

The loss of their starting quarterback is seen as a significant setback for the Giants' season. The team will now rely on Jameis Winston to lead the offense for the remaining 15 games. Winston has started 89 NFL games with a 36-53 record, and the Giants were 0-2 with him at quarterback last season.

Discussions within the Giants organization about potential quarterback acquisitions have occurred, but the team acknowledges the unlikelihood of trading for a starting-caliber player. The team's leadership, including coach John Harbaugh and his staff, remains intact, but the absence of their primary quarterback presents a considerable challenge.