Giants Lose 16-13 to Vikings, Extend Streak to Nine

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart struggled in a 16-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, completing just 7 of 13 passes for 33 yards with one interception and taking five sacks, as the team extended its losing streak to nine games and fell to a 2-13 record.

The performance marked a low point in a season filled with challenges for Dart, who has shown flashes of potential since taking over as starter in Week 4. In his first seven starts, he accounted for 17 total touchdowns and led the Giants to narrow victories over the Los Angeles Chargers and Philadelphia Eagles, while nearly upsetting the Denver Broncos and Chicago Bears. However, an injury in Week 10 against the Bears sidelined him for two games, and his play has regressed since returning in Week 13 following the midseason firing of head coach Brian Daboll after a 2-8 start. Overall, Dart has thrown for 1,835 yards with 13 touchdowns and five interceptions in 12 games, while adding 407 rushing yards and seven scores on the ground.

Injuries have compounded the difficulties for Dart and the offense, which ranks 23rd in points per game and 20th in passing yards. Key players like wide receiver Malik Nabers,...