NFL news: Giants’ Jaxson Dart takes huge hit vs Patriots
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New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was on the receiving end of a big hit in the first quarter as he tackled the New England Patriots.
On the second drive of the game, Dart ran to his right to escape pressure and was heading towards the first down line. Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss came in full swing and absolutely took Dart to the bench.
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Giants tight end Theo Johnson hit Elliss in the face, leading to a brief confrontation between the players. Giants center John Michael Schmitz Jr. also got involved in the conflict.
NFL officials threw penalty flags during the melee. Johnson was punished for unnecessary harshness. Ellis eschewed any discipline for the hit. The penalty took the Giants back 15 yards and ultimately broke the team’s momentum.
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (left) is sacked by New England Patriots linebacker Harold Landry III (2) during the first half of an NFL football game on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Dart was playing his first game since suffering a concussion two weeks ago against the Chicago Bears. He suffered an injury during a tackle.
He was asked before the Patriots game if he needed to rethink his running style.
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“I’m still getting used to this game,” Dart said. “I’m getting used to that level of speed. You can watch my tape in college, I skated very rarely. But it’s a different beast. So for me, when I’m in the open field, obviously I have to be a little bit more responsible. But honestly, I felt like I was getting better at it every week.”
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