Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart faces backlash over concussion evaluation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:19 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
During the New York Giants' preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings on August 19, quarterback Jaxson Dart briefly visited the medical tent after taking a hard hit. Despite being cleared to return, his decision sparked criticism from Craig Carton, who questioned head coach John Harbaugh's judgment. Former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason defended Dart, suggesting that quarterbacks often want to prove their toughness and that evaluations are standard procedures. Dart expressed confusion regarding the frequency of medical evaluations, having been assessed multiple times in his rookie season, including for a previous concussion.
- •Jaxson Dart returned to the game after medical evaluation.
- •Craig Carton criticized the decision to allow Dart back on the field.
- •Boomer Esiason supported Dart's desire to continue playing.
- •Dart has visited the medical tent multiple times early in his career.
- •He previously missed two games due to a concussion last season.
- 6:19 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Oh My Jesus, Get Him Out There!’ — Former NFL MVP Baffled By Backlash Around Giants QB Jaxson Dart’s Concussion Scare
"New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart has already become a familiar presence around the blue medical tent early in his NFL career. However, his latest visit during the Giants’ preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings sparked criticism from Craig Carton, who questioned why Dart was allowed to return to the game after taking a hard hit.
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