Summary
Jaxson Dart, a rookie quarterback for the New York Giants, discussed Lane Kiffin's decision to leave Ole Miss for LSU. Dart expressed his support for Kiffin and excitement for Pete Golding's new role as Ole Miss head coach. Dart had previously played under Kiffin at Ole Miss and had notable success there.
Key Facts
- Jaxson Dart is a rookie quarterback for the New York Giants, drafted in the first round in 2025.
- He has thrown for 1,556 yards and 11 touchdowns while rushing for 337 yards and seven touchdowns in the current season.
- Dart played three seasons under Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss and was a first-team All-SEC selection in 2024.
- Lane Kiffin left Ole Miss for LSU, and Pete Golding was promoted to head coach of Ole Miss.
- Dart broke Eli Manning’s all-time passing yards record at Ole Miss.
- He led Ole Miss to three bowl games, winning two of them: the Peach Bowl in 2023 and the Gator Bowl in 2024.
