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News: 3 days agoThe Giants officially placed Dart (knee) on injured reserve Thursday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Spin: This transaction was inevitable after it was revealed Dart will miss the rest of the regular season due to damage to the MCL, PCL and meniscus that he suffered in his left knee during the Giants' Week 2 loss to the Rams. Fortunately for Dart, his ACL is intact, and head coach John Harbaugh also told Connor Hughes of SNY.tv on Wednesday that the second-year quarterback may be able to return in the postseason, if the team qualifies. In the meantime, Jameis Winston will cover QB duties for the Giants.

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.