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Jaxson Dart didn’t hold back after absorbing another round of punishing hits in the Giants-Patriots matchup. The rookie quarterback addressed both the physical toll and the growing frustration inside the locker room. Jaxson Dart didn’t shy away from the physical reality of Giants-Patriots matchup, even after taking several punishing shots in a 33–15 loss. With Dart finishing the day with 139 yards and one touchdown, the rookie quarterback was again asked about the number of hits he’s absorbing. His response made it clear he’s neither surprised nor bothered by the contact. “I understand the question, but this is football,” Dart said. “I’m going to get hit if I’m in the pocket or outside the pocket. I’ve played this way my whole entire life. It shouldn’t be any shocker to anybody… We’re not playing soccer out here. You’re going to get hit, things happen. It’s just part of the game.” Dart’s aggressiveness has been a defining trait in his first NFL season, where he’s totaled 1,556 yards, 11 touchdowns and three interceptions. And while the Giants continue to stumble, he emphasized that the physical style that helped him succeed in college isn’t something he plans to tone down any time soon. Patriots defend the hit that sparked debate One of the toughest blows Dart absorbed came from Patriots LB Christian Ellis, who insisted the play looked more dangerous than it actually was. “I thought he was just going to go out of bounds, but then I saw him tiptoeing,” Ellis said. “So I was like, ‘Stay in bounds. What am I supposed to do?’ We play hard on defense… I was just doing my job and hit anything in the whites.” Full play of #Patriots LB Christian Elliss’ hit on #Giants QB Jaxson Dart, and the fight that ensued afterwards pic.twitter.com/QNv9yfaLyX— New England Sports Fellow (@_JosephManning) December 2, 2025 Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel backed Ellis, adding that quarterbacks around the league, including his own, are warned weekly about flirting with the sideline. “That’s a weekly reminder to the quarterback — our quarterback,” Vrabel said. “I wouldn’t get too cute over there by the sidelines. It happens every week. Christian’s playing through the whistle, and as long as the player’s in bounds, he’s gonna try to hit him legally.” Despite the collision and the mounting losses, Dart maintained his composure in the postgame presser. “It’s not fun losing. It’s not fun with this losing streak,” Dart said. “It doesn’t look super-bright from the outside, but we have each other’s backs… I’m hoping that we can continue to build and find any way that we can to just find a little bit of momentum.”

A recent MLB insider reported some important details about what the Philadelphia Phillies are planning regarding future trades and the return of some big names that people want to see back for at least one more season. The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly attempting to bring back Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto for the upcoming season, according to a recent report by Jon Heyman for Bleacher Report, who also detailed two other players who could be used in trades. The MLB insider provided several key updates that fans were eager to hear. Schwarber and Realmuto are obviously critical players who help the team reach the postseason. Heyman also mentioned that the Phillies are reportedly interested in Tatsuya Imai. Imai is a 27-year-old Japanese pitcher who has never played in the MLB but is drawing interest from multiple teams. He has played for the Saitama Seibu Lions since 2017, and Heyman named him as a potential option to bolster the mound. Two players who could be included in Phillies trades Heyman was clear in stating that Brandon Marsh is one of two players who could enter “trade talks” if necessary. The Phillies are also reportedly considering Alec Bohm for the same objective. If both players were traded, the team would lose two veterans. Jon Heyman on the Phillies:– They’re willing to talk about Marsh & maybe Bohm in trades– Tatsuya Imai is a potential option– They’re trying to re-sign Schwarber & Realmuto– There is a possibility of bringing Ranger Suarez back. pic.twitter.com/qlq5tcUm5Y— Phillies Tailgate (@PhilsTailgate) December 1, 2025 It sounds difficult to let go of Marsh, especially since Harrison Bader is no longer with the team and the status of Nick Castellanos is uncertain. The outfield is now more vulnerable than the infield, creating a complicated situation for the club. Heyman addresses Ranger Suárez’s future To the relief of some Phillies fans who recognize Ranger Suárez’s strong contributions, Heyman reported that there is a possibility he will return to play another season with the team, a move that would significantly help the defense. Last season, Suárez posted a 3.20 ERA and a 12-8 record.