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The New Orleans Saints rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat the Tennessee Titans 34-26, with rookie quarterback Tyler Shough leading the comeback and earning praise for his performance, while the Titans struggle to finish strong in their final game of the season.
The article previews the Week 16 game between the Bills and Browns, highlighting key storylines such as facing Myles Garrett's top-ranked defense, Sean McDermott's success against rookie quarterbacks, the offensive contributions of tight ends and running backs, Ray Davis's special teams impact, and the significance of this final road game for playoff preparation.
Dillon Gabriel will make his second NFL start against the Steelers in Pittsburgh, a team with a strong record against rookie quarterbacks under coach Mike Tomlin, who has a 27-6 overall record against first-year QBs, making Gabriel's challenge particularly tough.
The New York Giants suffered a 26-14 loss to the New Orleans Saints after a series of costly turnovers, penalties, and missed opportunities, despite leading early in the game. The team’s repeated mistakes, including five straight turnovers and costly penalties, undermined their chances of winning and raised concerns about their season prospects, especially with tough upcoming opponents. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart showed potential but couldn't overcome the team's overall struggles.
Jaxson Dart, a rookie quarterback for the Giants, celebrated his second career start with two touchdowns against the Saints, supported by his proud parents, and is gaining attention for his promising performance early in the NFL season.
The NFL season of 2025 is seeing teams like the Giants quickly starting rookie quarterbacks, with the Giants replacing Russell Wilson after a brief stint, while the Patriots have sold a significant stake in their franchise for $720 million. Additionally, NFL kickoff returns are making a comeback, becoming safer and more exciting, reversing a trend of decline.
Jaxson Dart, in his first NFL start, led the New York Giants to a victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, earning a nomination for Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Week. He achieved notable milestones, including a touchdown drive of over 80 yards and becoming the first rookie quarterback since Patrick Mahomes to do so in his first start. Fans can vote for him to win the award, which recognizes top rookie performances each week.
The New York Giants achieved an unexpected victory over the undefeated Los Angeles Chargers, largely thanks to rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart's leadership and resilience, despite losing their top offensive player to a season-ending injury. Dart showed promise with his toughness, decision-making, and a key game-winning play, offering hope for the team's future. However, the injury to Malik Nabers casts a shadow over the day, highlighting the ongoing challenges the Giants face offensively as they adapt to new players and strategies.
The article discusses the debut of Jaxson Dart as the starting quarterback for the 0-3 New York Giants against the 3-0 Los Angeles Chargers, comparing his potential performance to past Giants quarterbacks and exploring other team storylines such as the running back situation, defense, and special teams. It emphasizes the importance of the defense in the team's success and highlights key players and injuries.
Dillon Gabriel made his NFL debut in mop-up duty for the Browns late in the fourth quarter against the Ravens, after Cleveland was already trailing 41-10. Gabriel, a third-round pick, got some playing time as the game was out of reach, while the Browns' starting QB Joe Flacco struggled with 25 completions on 45 attempts, a touchdown, an interception, and a fumble.
Shedeur Sanders, a rookie quarterback drafted by the Cleveland Browns, has struggled to find playing time and is involved in community outreach. There are rumors that the Browns might trade him to a historic franchise like Indianapolis, which could give Sanders a better chance to start and develop in the NFL.
Cleveland Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders showed visible frustration during the preseason finale after being pulled from a critical moment, highlighting challenges in developing young quarterbacks with potential and habits to improve.
Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders impressed in a preseason game, completing 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns, leading three scoring drives before leaving the game, with his performance drawing praise from his father, Deion Sanders.
Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart had a challenging debut in training camp, throwing an interception on his first play and showing signs of inexperience, leading to a grade of D+ and a trending down assessment as he adjusts to NFL-level play.
Tyler Shough, a 26-year-old rookie, is competing to be the Saints' starting quarterback, potentially making history as the first Week 1 rookie starter for the team since 1971. Despite his age and unconventional path through college football, Shough is confident in his resilience and readiness to handle the challenges of his first NFL season, viewing it as a culmination of his perseverance through injuries and setbacks.