What happened: The deal sends a 2027 fifth-round pick to Minnesota for the 2024 No. 10 pick out of Michigan. Dart landed on injured reserve Sept. 24, and the move drew swift fan criticism over the fit with Malik Nabers.
Why it matters: New York lost its 2025 first-rounder to season-ending knee surgery, forcing a backup plan at quarterback. Minnesota promoted Max Brosmer as emergency No. 3, cementing the depth-chart reset on both rosters.
By the numbers: In 2025: McCarthy 140-of-243 for 1,632 yards, 11 TD, 12 INT in 10 games; Dart 216-of-339 for 2,272 yards, 15 TD, 5 INT in 14 games; Nabers 18 catches for 271 yards, 2 TD in 4 games.
What to watch: Watch who takes first-team reps and gets the starter nod for New York's next game.