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Jaxson Dart’s development is crucial for the New York Giants in 2026, and this question will go a long way in determining the team’s success in 2026.
The New York Giants are days away from the start of training camp, with rookies set to report on July 23 and veterans arriving on July 28. After a long offseason filled with coaching changes, roster turnover, and lingering questions about the health of key players, Giants fans are eager to see this team on the field.
With the pads about to start popping, there are three storylines worth paying close attention to on offense (I already looked at Giants defense storylines, by the way).
How quickly does Jaxson Dart mesh with new Giants offense?
The most important storyline entering camp is how Dart adjusts to a new offensive system. Offensive coordinator Matt Nagy has not been the true offensive decision-maker since his tenure as head coach of the Chicago Bears, and it would be safe to assume that the version of the offense he ran there will look different from what he installs for the Giants.
Dart is a young quarterback going through a second offensive transition after spending time learning Brian Daboll’s system. During early offseason workouts, there were naturally some rough patches, which should surprise no one. Last preseason, Dart’s practices weren’t always perfect either, but he took advantage of his game reps. When he stepped onto the field in the regular season, he capitalized on those opportunities as well.
The key question is how quickly Dart can operate at a high level within this new scheme. If he hits the ground running, it could pay early dividends for an offense that needs to be significantly better than it was a year ago. A slow start, however, could derail any possibility of the Giants sneaking into the playoffs.
What is happening with Malik Nabers?
This might be the storyline that generates the most anxiety. Nabers is coming off a second procedure, and the Giants will likely do a strong job of concealing his exact status, similar to how they handled Andrew Thomas last year. The uncertainty around Thomas lingered for multiple weeks into the regular season before he returned to the starting lineup.
The questions around Nabers are straightforward. Does he step on the field during camp? Can he run routes and participate in non-contact drills? Can there be some sort of positive sign, or are Giants fans going to endure continued uncertainty throughout July and August?
A connected sub-question involves which receivers step up in his absence. No one has established themselves as the player who would fill Nabers’ role at the beginning of the year. Do Calvin Austin or Darnell Mooney, both new to the team, perform well enough in camp and preseason games to become reliable targets? Dart leaned heavily on Wan'Dale Robinson in the slot last season. Do either of those newcomers carve out a similar role?
And then there’s rookie Malachi Fields. Does he go out and dominate in one-on-one situations and seven-on-seven drills? Does he make enough big plays to work himself into the starting lineup at the X receiver spot? I’d love to know what Fields is capable of heading into the regular season.
Is there an offensive line shakeup at left guard?
This question will probably get answered quickly, but it matters. The left tackle, right tackle, right guard, and center spots appear settled. Left guard is the one position that feels penciled in but not fully solidified. Is it Jon Runyan’s job to lose? Does Daniel Faalele get into the mix? Does Evan Neal get an opportunity to compete for the starting spot?
This ties into the broader excitement surrounding the offensive line. The most important aspect of this group is how they perform once the pads come on. How do they look in preseason games?
The Giants have real reasons for optimism heading into 2026, but the offense has to deliver - and training camp is where we find out if that’s actually possible.
This article was originally published on A to Z Sports. Read the full story here: A big Jaxson Dart question headlines the 3 Giants offense storylines to watch as New York's training camp approaches
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