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Tiki Barber: Giants Hampering Jaxson Dart's Potential
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jaxson Dart's performance criticized after loss to Vikings.
- Tiki Barber believes Giants management is holding back Dart.
- Giants and Raiders face off in Week 17 with losing streaks.
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart endured a difficult Week 16, contributing to a 16-13 loss against the Minnesota Vikings. Dart's performance was met with scrutiny, completing just 7 of 13 passes for 33 yards and throwing an interception. This marked the Giants' 13th defeat of the season, further highlighting their challenging year.
Former Giants running back Tiki Barber offered a different perspective, asserting on "WFAN Sports Radio" that the team's management is intentionally limiting Dart's playing time and opportunities. Barber speculated that the coaching staff might be overly concerned about protecting Dart from the Vikings' aggressive defense, fearing further injury. He argued this protective stance, while perhaps well-intentioned, is ultimately unfair to the young quarterback.
The Giants, holding a 2-13 record, are set to play the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17. Both teams are mired in nine-game losing streaks, making this matchup crucial in the race for a high draft pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The game is scheduled for Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET.
