Jaxson Dart leads Giants to victory with historic performance in Week 1

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart achieved a historic feat in the team's opening game on September 13, 2026, leading them to a 28-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium. Dart completed 23 of 29 passes for 230 yards and three touchdowns, marking a career-high 79.3 completion percentage and a passer rating of 134.2. His rushing total of 54 yards is the most by a Giants quarterback in a Week 1 game since 1950. Dart's performance places him as only the second player in NFL history to achieve three or more passing touchdowns, zero interceptions, and over 50 rushing yards in a Week 1 game. This win marks John Harbaugh's first game as head coach.

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