Most preseason activity features starters resting and teams avoiding opponent-specific game plans, but some early developments can affect the regular season. The Giants planned to use 36-year-old Russell Wilson as a bridge while first-round pick Jaxson Dart matured, likely by midseason. Dart has accelerated his timeline, completing 14-of-16 passes for 137 yards with a passing touchdown and a rushing score in his second preseason game. Brian Daboll has adapted the offense to Dart by importing Ole Miss concepts with pro adjustments, aiming to keep the scheme simple and comfortable. Dart shows pocket comfort, game-speed processing, deep-ball willingness and a genuine rushing threat, while Wilson remains effective in spurts but less consistent on short and intermediate throws.
The Giants entered the year with a well reasoned quarterback plan. They would use 36-year-old Russell Wilson as a bridge starter until first-round pick Jaxson Dart was ready, probably somewhere around mid-season. Well, it appears that Dart is ready now. The rookie completed 14-of-16 passes for 137 yards with a passing touchdown and rushing score against the Jets in his second preseason game, building on a solid performance in his debut. Brian Daboll has done what good coaches should do: he has met Dart halfway.
Rather than drowning his rookie in a complex system, Daboll has ported over big chunks of Dart's college playbook. It's Ole Miss concepts with pro gloss, designed to get Dart comfortable. The early returns have been promising. Dart does look comfortable in the pocket. He has been fine with the speed of the game. For a rookie starter, those are the first two boxes to check off.
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