The NFL landscape shifts dramatically when a rookie quarterback gets his first start, and that’s exactly what’s happening Sunday afternoon when the Los Angeles Chargers visit the Giants at MetLife Stadium. After benching veteran Russell Wilson following three consecutive losses, the Giants are turning to rookie Jaxson Dart to jumpstart an offense that’s been stuck in neutral, averaging just 17.3 points per game with a dismal 27.5% third-down conversion rate. It was never a question of if Dart would take over, it was a matter of when.
The Chargers present a formidable test for Dart’s debut, entering East Rutherford with a perfect 3-0 record and an offense clicking under Justin Herbert’s leadership.