Judging Jaxson: Giants Rookie QB Is 'The Bomb' vs. Bills in Preseason Debut

Rookie Dart Explodes in Giants' Preseason Win

A depth chart might tell you who's supposed to be starting, but on the field, things often unfold differently. That's precisely what happened Saturday in Buffalo, as New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart put on a show against the Bills in their preseason opener. Dart finished the day 12 of 19 for 154 yards and a touchdown, showcasing his arm talent while also proving his athleticism with a 19-yard QB run.

"Yeah, it definitely didn’t seem too big for them," Giants general manager Joe Schoen said on the TV broadcast about Dart and fellow first-rounder Abdul Carter, who tallied three pressures in just three pass-rushing snaps. "And that’s what it seemed like this spring and even in training camp. Each day they continue to get better."

Could Dart Shake Up the Depth Chart?

The Giants released a depth chart Tuesday morning with veteran Russell Wilson listed as the starter, followed by Jameis Winston and then rookie Dart. This raised eyebrows considering Dart's prominent role in practice.

"It never felt like it was too big for either of those guys," Schoen continued. "And I think that showed today."

During training camp, Dart has predominantly taken the second-team snaps, suggesting the Giants are aiming to accelerate his development. While Winston is likely seen as a more reliable backup at this stage, Dart's performance Saturday undeniably adds another layer to the quarterback competition.

**One thing's for sure: The preseason is just beginning and Dart’s explosive debut has ignited a lot of buzz in Big Blue Nation. **

"JAXSON DART FIRST TD PASS IN THE NFL."
Lil'Jordan Humphrey on the other end!
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