Giants plan to play Jaxson Dart in preseason opener against Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

The New York Giants will feature Jaxson Dart in their first preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday afternoon. Dart, who made 12 starts in his rookie season, will play alongside other first-team players, though the exact duration of their playing time is unclear. The Giants are looking to build chemistry with new teammates, including three new wide receivers and a rookie right guard, as they prepare for the regular season. Coach John Harbaugh emphasizes the importance of preseason experience despite injury concerns, highlighting that Dart has been working on improving his self-protection during training camp.
- •Giants host Vikings in first preseason game on Saturday.
- •Jaxson Dart will play with starting players.
- •Dart had 2,272 passing yards and 15 touchdowns last season.
- •Team features three new wide receivers and a rookie right guard.
- •Coach emphasizes need for preseason experience.
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