Jaxson Dart has made an immediate impact with the New York Giants. In his first NFL start, the rookie quarterback snapped the team’s 0-3 start and handed the Los Angeles Chargers their first loss, putting him in the spotlight right away.
But he wasn’t the only one grabbing attention. The broadcast frequently showed his mother, Kara Dart, and her emotional reactions, which quickly went viral across social media. After the win, Jaxson shared a heartfelt hug with her, leaving fans curious about the proud mom behind the Giants’ new QB.
Who Is Jaxson Dart’s Mom, Kara Dart?
Jaxson was born to Brandon and Kara Dart on May 13, 2000, in Kaysville, Utah. Both parents hail from Utah and were athletes in their youth, with Brandon playing college football just like his son. Their mutual passion for sports has played a key role in shaping Jaxson’s growth and success as a quarterback.
Kara attended Weber High School in Pleasant View, where she excelled as a two-time all-state basketball player while competing in track and volleyball. Today, she shares her passion for health and fitness through her Instagram, posting workout routines and glimpses of her active lifestyle. She has even competed in marathon races, highlighting her love for athletics.
While Brandon’s college football roots at the University of Utah helped spark Jaxson’s love for the game, Kara has played an equally vital role, offering steady support, honest feedback, and a healthy dose of tough love when needed.
Recalling one memorable moment at home, Brandon once shared, “I just remember walking in the house and [Brandon] at the kitchen table and she’s kind of giving it to him, like, ‘Jax, you had a chance at that point in time to blow that dude up. We don’t take the easy way out.’ And he’s kind of sitting there like, ‘Okay mom, okay, okay.’ ”
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Jaxson has also spoken about Kara’s pregame encouragement and her unique way of keeping him grounded. In August 2024, he told GQ, “When I’m walking through the Walk of Champions, I’ll go see her, give her a hug, and she’ll try to hype me up. But after every little interaction, she always reminds me to slide. That’s her go-to every single time. If she thinks I didn’t hear it when I walk away, she’ll make sure to scream it even louder.”
Her influence isn’t limited to football, either. Kara keeps Jaxson dialed in off the field as well, helping him refine his style and stay camera-ready, something he now openly appreciates.
“My mom’s into it, and she’s done a great job of letting me choose and find things that I like and just giving me options. At the same time, it’s just something that I’ve come to really love and to express myself in different ways…I’ve relied on her for a lot of things in the fashion world,” Jaxson said. “At the same time, I think she gives great input.”
So far in his rookie season for the Giants, Dart has made seven starts and has thrown for 1,417 yards, 10 touchdowns, and three interceptions. He has also rushed for 317 yards and seven touchdowns on 57 carries. According to PFSN’s QB Impact metric, the Giants star is the 14th-ranked quarterback in the league this year.
