Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart suffers a knee injury in New York’s Week 2 loss to the Los Angeles Rams and leaves the game, though he initially walks off the field. Multiple outlets report his condition involves a sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL), with later updates indicating the injury is more serious than first believed.

After the team returns to New Jersey, an MRI reveals more damage than early tests suggested, according to reports. Some outlets cite that Dart could be forced into further treatment, including the possibility of knee surgery that would end his season. Others frame the situation as a likely absence for the remainder of the 2026 season, while still referencing uncertainty and the evolving timeline tied to ongoing evaluations.

As information develops, outlets differ on emphasis: some focus on the initial “sprained MCL” characterization and negative early X-rays, while others highlight the MRI findings and potential season-ending implications, including surgical consideration. Yahoo also notes Dart responds to speculation about a potential replacement at quarterback as the Giants assess their options.