Giants await MRI after Jaxson Dart knee injury is described as near an MCL sprain

The New York Giants are waiting for Tuesday's MRI to clarify Jaxson Dart's left knee injury after the quarterback left Monday night's 28-6 loss to the Rams. NFL Network reported that initial exams pointed toward an MCL sprain, while coach John Harbaugh said the injury was in the neighborhood of that diagnosis.

Dart was hurt on the Giants' opening drive when Rams defenders Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart converged on him as he released a deep pass. His X-rays were negative, and he walked to the sideline before entering the blue tent and leaving for further evaluation.

Jameis Winston replaced Dart and finished 11-of-27 for 111 yards and an interception. The Giants have a 1-1 record and host Tennessee on Sunday, leaving the MRI as the next clear checkpoint for the offense. The team has not announced a timetable for Dart.