Giants Lose Jaxson Dart for 2026 Regular Season as 4-6 Month Recovery Leaves Playoff Hope
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Sep 24
Giants Lose Jaxson Dart for 2026 Regular Season as 4-6 Month Recovery Leaves Playoff Hope
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Sep 24
Summary
John Harbaugh said Jaxson Dart will miss the rest of the 2026 regular season with a knee injury, though the Giants have not ruled out a playoff return.
NFL Network and ESPN reported damage to Dart's left MCL, PCL and meniscus, with the meniscus the main issue and a repair typically requiring 4 to 6 months.
Jameis Winston will take over at quarterback Sunday, with Harbaugh telling the team it must move on quickly because "the games keep getting played."
Dart was in team meetings Wednesday and has already spoken with teammates, while Winston said the locker room is focused on supporting his recovery.
The injury, suffered in Monday's loss to the Rams, leaves New York balancing a long rehabilitation timeline against a slim chance Dart could return if the Giants reach the postseason.