EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart was evaluated for a head injury and cleared concussion protocol after taking a hit at the end of a long run in the preseason finale against New England on Thursday night.

Dart fumbled when he was tackled by linebacker Jack Gibbens to end a 23-yard run late in the first quarter. He grabbed his head after the play, though it was unclear if it was from the hit or a reaction to losing the fumble.

Dart was taken to the medical tent on the sideline and replaced by veteran Jameis Winston, who threw a touchdown pass on the next play. Dart exited the tent and went to the bench but did not return for the next offensive possession in the second quarter.

It was not clear if Dart's night was done because of injury, precaut

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