Harbaugh backs Winston as Giants await word on Dart injury
The short version
- Jaxson Dart left Monday's game against the Rams with an injury reported to be worse than initially thought
- Dart could miss the rest of the season, according to multiple reports
- Harbaugh said he has 'absolute faith' in backup Jameis Winston
- Winston went 11-of-27 for 111 yards, no touchdowns and one interception in the 28-6 loss
New York's head coach expressed full confidence in his backup quarterback after Jaxson Dart left Monday's loss to the Rams with what reports suggest is a serious injury.
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh voiced strong support for backup quarterback Jameis Winston on Monday as the team faces the possibility of losing starter Jaxson Dart for an extended stretch.
Dart left the Giants' game against the Los Angeles Rams in pain, and multiple reports indicate the injury is worse than initially feared, with the remainder of the season potentially in jeopardy.
Asked about Winston, Harbaugh told reporters he has "absolute faith in all our players" and noted that injuries at any position are part of playing in the NFL. On motivating the team after losing a starting quarterback, he said it has "historically" not been a problem because players want to compete and win.
Winston replaced Dart in the 28-6 loss to the Rams, completing 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards with no touchdowns and one interception.
Written by the Matchday Live desk from reporting by Yahoo Sports.
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