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Who is Giants’ backup QB amid Jaxson Dart injury? Meet Jameis Winston

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart went down early during the team's "Monday Night Football" game against the Los Angeles Rams. So, that meant minutes for backup quarterback Jameis Winston.

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 12:48 AM
Who is Giants’ backup QB amid Jaxson Dart injury? Meet Jameis Winston
Key Things to Know
  • Giants starting quarterback Jaxson Dart suffered an early injury against the Los Angeles Rams.
  • Backup quarterback Jameis Winston entered the game to replace the injured Dart.
  • Winston is an 11-year NFL veteran with 108 career games and 87 starts.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New York Giants backup quarterback Jameis Winston entered the team's Monday Night Football game against the Los Angeles Rams after starter Jaxson Dart went down with an early injury. Winston stepped into the game to lead the Giants' offense in Dart's absence.

Winston is an 11-year NFL veteran who has played in 108 games and made 87 starts throughout his career. He has previously played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints, and Cleveland Browns, accumulating 24,792 passing yards and 156 touchdowns.

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