The New York Giants took a shot at the quarterback position this offseason, trading up to draft Ole Miss product Jaxson Dart with the 25th overall pick in this year’s draft.
Dart has made a quick impression on fans, the coaching staff, and the media alike. The 22-year-old Utah native is entering the league with confidence and determination to be the best.
Steve Serby of The New York Post spoke with Dart recently ahead of training camp. The rookie signal-caller was asked to describe the pressure of playing in New York as a first-round draft choice and gave an exciting response.
I ain’t scared of it,” Dart said to Serby. “I told the coaches and the personnel department when I was on my visit here, I told them this is the place I wanted to be. I want to be on the biggest stage.”
Dart carries himself with a level of confidence and swagger that immediately caught the attention of the media during spring practices. John Schmeelk of Giants.Com described Dart as “Captain Charisma,” praising his swagger during OTAs.