Jameis Winston Leads Saints Against Packers Amid Dart’s Concussion Protocol

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Jameis Winston Leads Saints Against Packers Amid Dart’s Concussion Protocol

In a pivotal game, Jameis Winston is set to lead the New Orleans Saints against the Green Bay Packers. This matchup comes amid concerns surrounding rookie quarterback Dart, who is currently in the concussion protocol. The situation has been intense for the Giants, as they lost to the Bears 24-20, marking their fourth consecutive defeat and dropping their record to 2-8 this season.

Dart’s Performance and Injury

Before his concussion, Dart had a notable performance. He completed 19 of 29 passes for 242 yards. Additionally, he rushed six times for 66 yards, scoring both touchdowns for the Giants. His impressive string of performances earned him the title of NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for October. Notably, Dart made history by becoming the first quarterback to achieve a touchdown run in five consecutive games, surpassing Cam Newton’s record set in 2011.

Winston’s Return

Jameis Winston will be making his first appearance of the season after serving as the emergency third quarterback. He last played on December 15, 2024, while with the Browns. He’ll replace Dart, who was leading the Giants 17-10 before exiting the game.

Winston’s Career Overview

Winston has a storied career in the NFL. He was the first overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft and has participated in 105 games to date. His record includes 87 starts, primarily with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints, and the Cleveland Browns.

Career Completion: 1,944 passes out of 3,178 attempts (61.2%)
Total Yards: 24,225 passing yards
Touchdowns: 154 touchdowns and 111 interceptions
Rushing Stats: 1,297 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns

Winston’s accolades include being the franchise leader in multiple passing categories for the Buccaneers and completing a historic 5,000-yard season in 2019. He has participated in a postseason game, where he threw a remarkable 56-yard touchdown pass.

What’s Next for the Saints and Giants?

With Winston taking the reins for the Saints, expectations are high. He is viewed as a strong leader capable of guiding the team during challenging times. Meanwhile, the Giants will need to evaluate Dart’s condition moving forward, as they seek to end their losing streak.