Sunday could have been the first of what is hoped to be numerous NFL duels between quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Jayden Daniels. Instead, it’s been delayed until 2026.

Dart will make his first home start for the Giants since Nov. 2. The Commanders, however, will start Marcus Mariota after Daniels was ruled out with an left elbow injury.

Dart and Daniels represent bright futures for their teams. Daniels was Offensive Rookie of the Year last season. Dart has positioned himself to be a candidate this season. They also have a relationship off the field that began as high school prospects and continues now; they share the same quarterback coach.

“It's been fun to kind of have our journeys cross paths along the way. Us playing in the Pac-12 together back then and then carrying over to the SE

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