Giants Advocate for a Change in Jaxson Dart’s Playing Style
Amidst significant adjustments within the New York Giants organization, the team has urged Jaxson Dart to reconsider his playing style, especially concerning his runs. Internal and external sources to the Giants have spoken with Dart, who is currently in concussion protocol, urging him to be more cautious and thoughtful in his decisions when running. Dart will not participate in Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers due to the concussion suffered last week against the Chicago Bears. He was seen on the training field performing stretching exercises, hoping to be cleared for next Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions.However, it is expected that, upon his return, Dart will modify his running style.
Dart tends to be aggressive in seeking extra yards, often risking his physical integrity. This caused him to suffer a concussion last week, after losing the ball on a run during the third quarter in the 24-20 loss to the Bears. This was the fourth time this season, including the preseason, that Dart was evaluated for a concussion. Dart has been told repeatedly, especially in the last week, that missing games hurts the team more than not gaining additional yards, and that he cannot help the team if he is not on the field. Giants quarterbacks coach Shea Tierney has shown Dart videos of other quarterbacks, highlighting the difference between being aggressive and prioritizing self-protection. The Giants have already experienced a similar situation with their former quarterback, Daniel Jones, trying to teach him when to be aggressive and when to be cautious. Now, they are offering similar lessons to Dart, who has been slow to grasp them. Many in the league admire Dart, who is 6 feet 2 inches and weighs 223 pounds, but they also question whether his playing style is sustainable. Several have pointed out that if Dart doesn’t make the changes suggested to him, he will put himself at risk and, therefore, the future of the franchise.
