Check out the New York Giants Week 3 injury updates and discover how Jaxson Dart’s injury and offensive line impact your fantasy football lineup.
New York faces a big offensive transition as they prepare for Week 3 with a new quarterback and a struggling offensive line to worry about.
The New York Giants are hoping to solidify their season after a disastrous Week 2 performance that saw them lose more than one football game. As they prepare for their upcoming Week 3 matchup against the Chargers, head coach John Harbaugh and his staff have been forced to completely retool their offensive identity following a season-changing injury under center.
The Giants made significant strides on offense early in the year, but will now have to navigate the rest of the regular season without Jaxson Dart. New York will get its first chance to see how veteran gunslinger Jameis Winston performs as the new QB1 when they take the field this Sunday.
Harbaugh certainly could have asked for better news when it comes to the overall health of his team. The Giants are dealing with multiple injury problems after Thursday’s practice. While teams generally try to weather the early season bumps and bruises, the Giants are facing structural changes to their entire roster that will have a massive ripple effect across the fantasy football landscape.
Earlier in the week, rookie sensation Malik Nabers was limited by a shoulder injury and didn’t look 100 percent in Wednesday’s walkthrough. However, the explosive wide receiver told reporters he feels good and was upgraded to a full participant on Thursday. Nabers has officially been waived and removed from the final injury report, providing a huge sigh of relief for fantasy managers everywhere.
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Jaxson Dart is sidelined with a season-ending knee injury
The biggest blow to the Giants offense was the loss of Dart. The dynamic quarterback suffered a torn meniscus and injuries to his MCL and PCL on Monday night, officially ending his regular season. He will undergo surgery, permanently pushing Winston out of the starting lineup.
For fantasy football purposes, Winston’s entry into the lineup changes the entire dynamic of New York’s offense. Winston is a traditional pocket passer who lacks Dart’s elite mobility and improvisational skills when the pocket collapses. However, Winston has historically not been afraid to push the ball down the field in tight coverage. This aggressive mentality can lead to a very volatile fantasy environment.
Managers should expect Winston to record a lot of passing yards in superflex leagues, but his penchant for turning the ball over, he’s already thrown three interceptions in just four appearances with the team, creates an inherently dangerous floor.
Problems on the offensive line can cause problems for the passing game
Moving to a pure pocket passer like Winston makes the health of the offensive line even more critical, which is why Andrew Thomas’ status is so concerning. The star left tackle is currently battling a groin issue and has really stepped back this week. After being limited on Wednesday, Thomas was a designated non-participant during Thursday’s practice.
If Thomas can’t handle it, Marcus Mbow will likely step up to protect Winston’s blind side against a ferocious pass rush. Fantasy managers who rely on Giants pass-catchers should monitor Thomas’ final status closely before kickoff. Without their best offensive lineman, New York’s offense may struggle to give Winston enough time to let deeper, more useful fantasy routes develop on the field.
Nabers and Lamanang remain locked in fantasy lineups
Despite the quarterback change and offensive line concerns, fantasy managers shouldn’t hesitate to start Nabers. His full participation in training indicates that the shoulder issue is completely behind him. Winston’s willingness to throw deep means Nabers should continue to see a huge, very important part of the target.
Similarly, tight end Isaiah Likely, who currently leads the Giants in both targets and receptions through two weeks, remains a must-start option. Winston regularly relies on his tight ends in the middle of the field, giving Likely a notable safe floor in all PPR formats.
New York faces a big offensive transition as they prepare for Week 3 with a new quarterback and a lingering offensive line to worry about. The New York Giants are hoping to solidify their season after a devastating performance in Week 2 that saw them lose more than one football game.