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Jaxson Dart TD Pass Gives Giants 14-7 Halftime Lead

PUBLISHED Sep 13, 2026, 10:26 PM ET

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart completed 16 of 20 pass attempts for 183 yards and two touchdowns to secure a 14-7 halftime lead over the Dallas Cowboys in the opening Sunday Night Football matchup of the 2026 NFL regular season at MetLife Stadium. Both scoring tosses were caught by tight end Isaiah Likely, who secured all six of his first-half targets for 61 yards. The Giants capitalized on efficient offensive execution and strong defensive containment to establish control heading into the locker room. New York entered the contest under head coach John Harbaugh, with Dart directing the offense in his second NFL season following a promising rookie campaign in 2025. The divisional rivalry game drew a massive national television audience on NBC as both NFC East opponents kicked off their 2026 campaigns under high-stakes regular-season pressure.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On May 13, 2003, Jaxson Dart was born in Kaysville, Utah.
On December 16, 2020, Dart committed to play college football at USC.
On January 4, 2026, Dart threw two touchdowns as Giants beat Cowboys.
On September 10, 2026, John Harbaugh warned Cowboys about facing Jaxson Dart.
On September 13, 2026, Giants and Cowboys kicked off their 2026 season.
On September 13, 2026, Jaxson Dart took a hit early in game.
On September 14, 2026, Jaxson Dart completed 16 of 20 passes.
On September 14, 2026, Isaiah Likely caught two touchdowns in first half.
On September 14, 2026, New York Giants claimed a 14-7 halftime lead.
On September 14, 2026, Sunday Night Football broadcast live from MetLife Stadium.
Expect regular-season adjustments as Dart advances through his second year.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Ignites intense NFC East division rivalry debates across America.
Possible long-term US impact: Could establish Dart as elite franchise quarterback for upcoming seasons.
Most affected groups: New York Giants fans, Dallas Cowboys supporters, and NFL analysts.
Prioritization: Monitor official NFL score feeds and major sports network broadcasts.

Media Bias

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Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 26

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Left: Highlighted team unity, offensive rhythm, and competitive coaching adjustments. Center: Emphasized factual game statistics, play tracking, and score progression. Right: Focused on individual player execution, pressure performance, and tactical matchups.