Giants news: Jaxson Dart leaves Malik Nabers smiling with gesture after Cowboys win
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Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers appear to be forming a strong bond as co-stars, delivering impressive performances in the New York Giants’ 28-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.
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Dart and Nabers have both started their sophomore campaigns in the NFL with the Giants. Both created shining moments as freshmen throughout the 2025 season, but injuries significantly limited their time on the field. Dart dealt with concussion protocol multiple times, while Nabers tore his ACL early into the season.
Both players are fully healthy, having recovered as they look to play big roles in the Giants’ offense under head coach John Harbaugh. Safe to say they played well together against Dallas, celebrating the win once the game clock went down to zero. Dart went as far as to give the game ball to Nabers, getting a positive reaction from his receiver.
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Great moment: Jaxson Dart gave the ball to Malik Nabers after taking the final kneel-down — and Nabers’ smile said it all.
This was Nabers’ first game in 350 days, returning from a torn ACL. 🥹pic.twitter.com/1HVWaA4k0Qhttps://t.co/9XK0FvQyFn
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 14, 2026
How Jaxson Dart, Giants played against Cowboys
Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers anticipate a great partnership, giving the Giants a bright future after beating the Cowboys at home.
New York didn’t let up on offense, scoring a touchdown in all four quarters. Dallas’ mistakes, especially on the defensive side of the ball, paved the way for the hosts to coast to victory to the entertainment of their home crowd.
Dart enjoyed an incredible performance in the season opener. He completed 23 out of 29 passes for 230 yards and three touchdowns while racking up 11 rushes for 54 yards.
Cam Skattebo had a strong night in the rushing attack. He recorded 18 rushes for 81 yards and a touchdown. Isaiah Likely led the receiving corps with eight catches for 78 yards and two touchdowns, while Nabers caught six passes for 69 yards. Meanwhile, Devin Singletary made four receptions for 22 yards and a touchdown.
The Giants will look forward to their next matchup, being on the road. They take on the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2 as kickoff commences on Sept. 21 at 8:15 p.m. ET.
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