New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) scrambles from Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young (0) during the third quarter at SoFi Stadium.
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The New York Giants suffered a major blow on Monday after Jaxson Dart went down with a knee injury in the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. He had to be helped off the field and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
With Dart's early exit, Jameis Winston was thrust into the spotlight. He, however, failed to get the job done as the Giants were pummeled by the Rams, 28-6.
The 32-year-old Winston had an awful night, going 11-of-27 for 111 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception. He was sacked twice.
Despite their loss, Malik Nabers voiced his support for Winston.
“We're going to continue to practice hard, get out there, be more intentional about what we've got to do, what we've got to accomplish. Rally around Jameis,” said Nabers in the video posted by SNY.
"We're going to continue to practice hard, get out there, be more intentional about what we've got to do, what we've got to accomplish. Rally around Jameis."
Malik Nabers was asked about getting back into the swing of things after last year's torn ACL: pic.twitter.com/HhaFnPo024
— SNY Giants (@SNYGiants) September 22, 2026
With Winston struggling to command the offense, Nabers, who is still trying to regain his form after an ACL injury, had one reception for one yard.
He said he hopes his healing process “speeds up” so he can be more efficient. He was named to the Pro Bowl in his rookie year.
According to a report from ESPN's Jordan Raanan, Dart is believed to have sprained his MCL and could “miss some time.”
“Sources told ESPN that Dart tried to get back into the game in the first half, but the Giants wouldn't let him. He returned to the New York sideline in street clothes,” wrote Raanan.
The Giants will look to bounce back in Week 3 against the Tennessee Titans.