The health and safety of New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart has been a controversial and recurring issue this season. In their 29-21 loss to the Washington Commanders, there was yet another incident regarding his protection.

The New York Giants got a scare in the fourth quarter when Jaxson Dart exited the game after taking a hit from two Washington Commanders defenders. Dart was able to return a few plays later, but it prompted more questions about how the Giants and interim coach Mike Kafka are protecting their franchise quarterback.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart left Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Washington Commanders early in the fourth quarter to be examined for a concussion, later questioning why he was taken out.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/giants/onsi as Giants QB Jaxson Dart Bewildered Over Latest Concussion Check . New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart knows deep down inside that the team and the league are only looking out for his long-term health when it comes to injuries, and in particular, head injuries.

The Giants’ latest defeat, a 29-21 loss to the Commanders on Sunday, featured wasted opportunities and a fourth-quarter rally falling short despite the defense forcing two turnovers. Not even rookie Abdul Carter’s best game could save the Giants (2-12) from an eighth straight loss.

After a rough stretch, Carter played with his “hair on fire.” To be what he can be, it needs to stay that way.

New York Giants fans demand GM Joe Schoen be fired after a 29-21 loss to the Washington Commanders, as the team becomes "unwatchable."

The Giants are 2.5-point favorites in the latest Commanders vs. Giants odds at DraftKings, while the over/under is 46.5. The Giants are -144 money line favorites (risk $144 to win $100), while the Commanders are +121 underdogs.