The relationship between New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll and rookie QB Jaxson Dart is becoming a strong one right away.

The New York Giants have an eclectic mix of players competing for their starting quarterback job, though naturally fans have a great deal of curiosity about the most inexperienced of the bunch, rookie Jaxson Dart.

The New York Giants received positive reviews for their work in the 2025 NFL draft with the first round in particular drawing praise. Some believe the Giants won Round 1 when they selected Penn State

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll says rookie QB Jaxson Dart learning a new cadence is "not rocket science."

For a second straight day, offensive coordinator Mike Kafka called plays. Kafka called plays for two years, but head coach Brian Daboll took that role last season. Daboll said only “good observation” when asked about Kafka calling the plays during camp and did not commit to how that would be handled during the season.

What we saw and heard from New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was impressive as he took the field for the first time since being drafted.

Jaxson Dart did not begin his freshman season at USC as the starter but ended up starting six games. That’s the last time — and the only time — Dart has served as the backup. He will begin his NFL career as the third-string quarterback behind Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston.

Giants first-round draft pick Jaxson Dart will be using a cadence for his snap count for the first time. But head coach Brian Daboll isn't concerned.