New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is set to have knee surgery that will end his 2026 season after suffering significant damage to his left knee during Monday night’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams, multiple media reports said Wednesday.
Injury details
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Dart sustained injuries to the medial collateral ligament (MCL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and meniscus in his left knee, with the meniscus described as the principal concern. The injury occurred on the opening drive of the game and forced Dart from play.
Surgery and recovery outlook
NFL Network reporters Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo said the surgery is expected to result in a full recovery, but will end Dart’s season. The timing of the procedure was not detailed in the reports, nor were specifics given about the expected rehabilitation timeline beyond the assessment that a full recovery is anticipated.
Team implications
Dart’s absence will leave the Giants relying on their backup plans at quarterback for the remainder of the 2026 campaign. The team has not publicly detailed roster moves or an official medical update beyond the media reports. Coaches and front office personnel typically provide further information following team evaluations and formal announcements.
What comes next
The Giants will likely await surgical confirmation and an official medical update before outlining a recovery schedule and how they will proceed at the position. For now, reports from ESPN and NFL Network provide the clearest picture of the seriousness of the injury and the expectation that surgery will be required to address the damage.