Jaxson Dart injury update: Giants announce QB's official status for Lions game

by: Daniel Hager 8 hours ago DanielHagerOn3

Nov 16, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) looks on before the game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka has officially ruled out quarterback Jaxson Dart for their game against the Detroit Lions this Sunday. Dart will miss his second consecutive game, as he remains in concussion protocol.

Quarterback Jameis Winston is now in line to make his second consecutive start for the Giants. Last Sunday, Winston completed 19-of-29 passes for 201 yards in a 27-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers. He tossed an interception and also rushed for a one-yard touchdown.

#Giants interim coach Mike Kafka has ruled out QB Jaxson Dart, who is still in the concussion protocol.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 21, 2025

It’s been a tumultuous season for the New York Giants, who now sit at 2-9. They have lost five consecutive games since upsetting the Philadelphia Eagles 34-17 on Oct. 9.

Dart suffered his concussion on the Giants’ final drive of the third quarter against the Chicago Bears on Nov. 9. Before leaving the game, the rookie was having a standout performance. He had completed 19-of-29 pass attempts for 242 yards. Moreover, Dart had recorded 66 yards and two touchdowns on just six rushing attempts.

With the rushing scores, Dart became the first QB in NFL history to record a rushing touchdown in five consecutive games. On the play where the injury occurred, Dart’s helmet nearly came off as he was tackled by multiple Bears defenders.

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