Forget seeing Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart sling it tonight against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. The dude is apparently among the starters who won’t play in this second preseason tilt. That’s a huge curveball, especially with the regular season looming closer every day.
Star Power Sidelined: What’s Going On?
It’s not just Dart, either. Wide receiver Malik Nabers, who’s been grinding hard working back from his torn ACL, is also confirmed out for tonight’s game. You gotta wonder about the plan when two key guys like that are sidelined for what’s supposed to be a crucial evaluation period. Is this a strategic benching to protect guys after that “successful joint practice” they had with the Dolphins on Thursday? Or is there more to it than meets the eye? Whatever the reason, it means less time for the coaching staff to see these guys in game action.
Early Preseason Jitters
This isn’t exactly the smooth sailing start the Giants probably wanted. They already dropped their preseason opener, a 13-10 heartbreaker to the Minnesota Vikings. Now, heading into their second of three exhibition games, they’re missing their main QB and a critical receiver. This puts serious pressure on the guys fighting for roster spots to step up big time tonight. Every snap counts for those trying to make an impression.
With only one more preseason game left,a Friday night showdown against the New York Jets back home at MetLife Stadium,the Giants are running out of chances to get things locked down. Tonight’s game against the Dolphins isn’t just another practice; it’s a make-or-break moment for a lot of players trying to prove they belong. Let’s see who seizes the moment.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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