"With the return of rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart to the New York Giants' lineup this week, there was a lot of talk about him giving the team an edge that the New England Patriots might not have been prepared for. Although he hasn't had the most impressive rookie year, he's had explosive moments that make it look like he could be the future for the franchise, and that could mean a long night for the Patriots' defense."
"For the most part, however, that wasn't the case on Monday night, and instead, Dart learned a hard lesson (or two) from some veteran defenders. The most notable moment was Christian Elliss' hard but legal hit to the quarterback near the sideline, which prompted his teammates to go after Elliss in his defense. Fortunately, the officials and even the commentators correctly addressed the situation by emphasizing it was a legal play,"
"While speaking to reporters after the big win, Vrabel was asked to comment on Elliss's hit, which many felt should have been flagged, and the head coach made a point to mention how crucial it is for quarterbacks to avoid putting themselves in that situation. He sent a pointed message to the rookie about not trying to do too much on the sideline, proving even more just how different the coaching is in New England and New York, as Drake Maye doesn't make those kinds of mistakes."
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart returned to the Giants' lineup amid expectations he could pressure the Patriots' defense. Dart has flashed explosive potential despite an underwhelming rookie year, raising hopes he might lead the franchise long-term. On Monday night, veteran defenders taught him a tough lesson, highlighted by Christian Elliss' hard but legal sideline hit that drew teammates' reactions. Officials and commentators ruled the play legal because Dart did not step out of bounds. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel publicly warned quarterbacks to avoid putting themselves in such vulnerable sideline situations and urged caution.
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