Giants vs. Vikings: Giants lose in preseason opener; Jaxson Dart survives concussion scare
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Key Points:
- The New York Giants lost their preseason opener to the Minnesota Vikings 13-10, with quarterback Jaxson Dart returning after a concussion evaluation following a sack.
- Dart completed 3 of 4 passes for 26 yards, including a 15-yard touchdown to rookie Malachi Fields, despite being checked for a concussion twice during the game.
- Odell Beckham made his first appearance of the preseason, catching two passes for six yards and receiving applause from the crowd.
- Defensive tackle Darius Alexander recorded a sack, two quarterback hits, and a tackle for loss, while third-string QB Brandon Allen threw two interceptions in the second half.
- The game marked John Harbaugh’s first as Giants coach, with key starters playing limited snaps as the team adjusts to a new offensive system under coordinator Matt Nagy.
