Jaxson Dart Is Quietly Making Rookie History - And Giving the Giants a Real Reason to Believe
The New York Giants haven’t had many bright spots this season, but rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart is quickly becoming one of them - and not just in a “he’s promising” kind of way. Dart is putting up numbers that don’t just stand out among rookies - they’re holding up against some of the league’s biggest stars.
Let’s start with this: Dart ranks third in the entire NFL in total touchdowns per game (2.3) as a starter. The only quarterbacks ahead of him?
Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen. That’s the reigning MVP and the quarterback leading the NFC’s No. 1 seed.
That’s not just good company - that’s elite territory.
For a rookie quarterback to be producing at that level, especially on a team that’s struggled to find consistency all season, says a lot about Dart’s poise, talent, and command of the offense. He’s not just managing games - he’s actively giving the Giants a chance to compete.
Dart’s Efficiency Is Turning Heads
It’s not just the touchdowns. Dart has posted a passer rating of 90 or higher in seven games this season - more than any other rookie quarterback.
In fact, the rest of the rookie QB class combined has just seven such games. That kind of consistency, especially in a season where the Giants have dealt with injuries, offensive line issues, and a shaky run game, is impressive.
And while the wins haven’t followed - at least not yet - it’s hard to pin that on Dart. The offense, for once, hasn’t been the problem.
That alone is a shift from recent Giants seasons, where quarterback play was often a major question mark. Dart’s emergence has stabilized that position and given the franchise a clear direction at the most important spot on the field.
A Historic Start for a Dual-Threat QB
Dart isn’t just putting up good numbers - he’s making NFL history.
He’s the first quarterback in league history to post over 1,800 passing yards, 400 rushing yards, and 20 total touchdowns in his first nine career starts. That’s never been done before - not by Lamar Jackson, not by Cam Newton, not by any of the dual-threat QBs who’ve come through the league over the last two decades.
He’s also the first rookie quarterback ever to have multiple games with 240+ passing yards, 60+ rushing yards, and 2+ total touchdowns. That’s a testament to his versatility and playmaking ability - the kind of skill set that’s tailor-made for today’s NFL.
Dart has shown he can hurt defenses in multiple ways. He’s mobile but not reliant on his legs.
He’s accurate but not afraid to push the ball downfield. And most importantly, he’s shown the ability to bounce back from mistakes and keep attacking - a trait that separates the good from the great.
The Giants’ Next Step: Build Around Him
The Giants clearly have something in Jaxson Dart. The numbers, the eye test, the historical context - it all points to a player who could be the long-term answer at quarterback. But now comes the hard part: building the right infrastructure around him.
That means finding a coaching staff that knows how to develop quarterbacks and design an offense around Dart’s strengths. It means investing in the offensive line, adding weapons on the outside, and giving him a defense that doesn’t force him to play catch-up every week.
Because while Dart has done more than enough to prove he belongs, no quarterback - rookie or veteran - can carry a team by himself. The Giants have a rare opportunity here.
They’ve found a quarterback who’s not just promising, but already performing at a high level. Now it’s about capitalizing on that window.
The wins might not be here yet, but the foundation is. And if the Giants can get the rest of the pieces right, Jaxson Dart might just be the start of something special in New York.