Jaxson Dart getting early surgery as he shoots for Patrick Mahomes-like return
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is undergoing knee surgery to repair damage to his MCL, PCL, and meniscus, with an expected recovery time of four to six months.
- Head coach John Harbaugh has not ruled out Dart returning for the playoffs, and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy compared Dart’s rehab mindset to that of Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes after his ACL injury.
- Mahomes returned to play almost nine months after his ACL tear, performing strongly in the current season, which provides a hopeful precedent for Dart’s recovery timeline.
- Dart delayed surgery by four days to seek additional medical opinions before proceeding, while backup QB Jameis Winston, recently extended through 2027, will start in Dart’s absence.
- The Giants remain optimistic about Dart’s long-term development and emphasize supporting him through his rehabilitation journey.
