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Newsweek
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
NFL Analyst Drops Blunt Analysis of NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Soon, Jaxson Dart will partake in his first NFL training camp with the New York Giants. Unlike most first-round rookies, Dart isn't expected to start taking reps with the first team as soon as the Giants get to work in a few weeks. The rookie is fighting with Jameis Winston for the second spot on the depth chart currently. Dart's in a tough spot. For every person who believes a redshirt rookie season learning behind a couple of seasoned veterans will be beneficial, there is a person who believes getting on the field will be the only way Dart can truly learn behind them. Read More: Russell Wilson Reportedly Faced Early Doubt While Joining NY Giants The status of Dart heading into next season is believed to come down to multiple factors. One, the Giants simply see themselves as contenders and believe Russell Wilson gives them the best shot to compete right now. Two, the Ole Miss star simply might not be ready for the QB1 spotlight at this level just yet. Recently, NFL Analyst Greg Cossell got slightly critical of Dart as he enters year one. The longtime Analyst pointed to areas that could use improvement on an episode of 'Inside the Birds.' "I think he's a good thrower—I don't think he's a great thrower," Cosell said. "I thought that at times his deep throws lost a little energy on the back end. Sometimes he works hard to throw the ball." Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) drops back to pass against the Duke Blue Devils in the second quarter during the Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium. Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) drops back to pass against the Duke Blue Devils in the second quarter during the Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium. Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images It's not all bad for Dart, though. While Cosell believes the rookie could use a lot of work with his throwing, the mobility factor should help him early on. "Dart's an interesting player. The mobility is a factor," Cosell added. "You do have to factor that into the equation ... He's going to run for first downs. He may not be the fastest guy on the field, but that's a part of his game that's meaningful." Before landing at Ole Miss in 2022, Dart had a six-game stretch at USC. He appeared in six games, throwing 189 passes for 1,353 yards and nine touchdowns. Read More: Chiefs' Travis Kelce Left Impressed by NY Giants Rookie Once he got to Ole Miss in 2022, Dart was a full-time starter for the next three seasons. Improvements were made each time. By his senior season, Dart had finished the year by completing 69 percent (college high) of his passes, for 4,279 yards (college high), and 29 touchdowns. He finished his college career with an 81-27 touchdown-interception ratio. Enough fans and analysts believe that Dart will eventually take over for Russell Wilson at a point next season to make the situation worth paying attention to, even though the Giants remain adamant that Dart will stay on ice. At the end of the day, only time will tell if that's truly the case or not. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports
USA Today
01-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Respected NFL analyst says New York Giants' Jaxson Dart needs a 'complete offense'
The New York Giants believe they may have found their future at quarterback with the selection of Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart in the first round of this year's NFL Draft, but it still remains to be seen whether or not they're right. Dart has been impressive thus far in practices and drills, and now must take the next step in becoming a viable NFL quarterback as the Giants prepare to open training camp later this month. One expert, Greg Cosell of NFL Films, speaking on a Philadelphia Eagles podcast called Inside the Birds, believes that Dart can be successful but will need to be in the right environment. "Dart's an interesting player. The mobility is a factor. You do have to factor that into the equation," Cosell said, as transcribed by Big Blue View. "Everybody always says, 'Well, he's not special.' Well, I don't know what they mean when they say that. There's only one Lamar Jackson. There's only one Josh Allen, who is 6-5, 240. There's only one [Patrick] Mahomes with his spatial awareness. So, you can't just start saying, 'Well, it's not special.'" Cosell continued... "He's going to run for first downs. He may not be the fastest guy on the field, but that's a part of his game that's meaningful," he said. "I think he's a good thrower. I don't think he's a great thrower. I thought that at times his deep throws lost a little energy on the back end. Sometimes he works hard to throw the ball. "I think he needs, in some ways, what Russell Wilson needs. He needs a complete offense." And that is perhaps the reason why the Giants also brought in Wilson this season to be their bridge starter. The Giants needed continuity on offense (among other things), and the styles of the two players will make it easier to transition when the time comes. Dart is scheduled to be a spectator most of his rookie season as the Giants' coaching staff readies him for a starting role. Some believe that it could be sooner rather than later, while others think Wilson will play well enough to maintain his status as the starter. Cosell is among the former in that school of thought, stating that this season is not about winning as much as it is about developing Dart. The Giants have a plan for Dart, but early returns indicate that his learning curve may be flatter than first anticipated. "He has done excellent. He's picking up the information," head coach Brian Daboll said at the team's minicamp in mid-June. "It's really good to have Russ and Jameis (Winston) and even Tommy (DeVito) because Tommy's been in the system for a few years here. And he's kind of the head statesman in terms of that, and all the adjustments that take place or the calls. "He's fit right in with those guys. He's smart. He's aggressive with the football, which I like. And then the true test will be once we start, and there's live hitting and preseason games and things like that. But he's progressed since he's been here to where he is now. He's made good improvement." The Giants still don't have a complete offense, and that may keep Dart on the bench this season, unless Wilson falters.
