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News: 1 day agoDart completed three of four passes for 26 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 13-10 preseason loss to the Vikings.

Spin: The second-year QB got the start in the Giants' exhibition opener and handled the first two possessions, finishing the second with an off-balance 15-yard touchdown toss to rookie wideout Malachi Fields as Dart scrambled out of the pocket to avoid pressure. Dart didn't pick up any yards on the ground, continuing a focus on reining in the reckless playing style that led to concussion issues in 2025. He should still do damage with his legs once the regular season begins after gaining 487 rushing yards and nine TDs last year, but with more skill-position talent around him on the roster and better protection from an upgraded offensive line, Dart may not feel compelled to scramble as often in 2026.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Dart is a strong 2026 breakout candidate following an impressive rookie campaign in which he delivered eight top-10 fantasy weeks (tied for fifth most) despite playing the bulk of the snaps in only 12 games. Dart was solid as a passer but elite as a rusher, finishing in the top five at the position in rushing attempts, yards, TDs and carries inside the 5-yard line. Dart's aggressive playing style raises concerns about his durability, but it also provides the 23-year-old with elite fantasy upside. With a new coaching staff led by John Harbaugh and a new playcaller in Matt Nagy, as well as an improved supporting cast that includes a healthy Malik Nabers and newcomers Isaiah Likely and Darnell Mooney, Dart is best valued as a midrange QB1 with a high ceiling.