EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Jaxson Dart took over as the New York Giants’ starting quarterback at practice on Wednesday, more than 24 hours after finding out the job is his.

The rookie’s emotions about the promotion are simple.

“I’m ready,” Dart said. “It wasn’t anything extra. You always say like, ‘I’m going to prepare each week the same.’ But in all reality, you have different responsibilities as the starter.”

Dart takes over those responsibilities from Super Bowl-winning veteran Russell Wilson, who was repeatedly called the team’s top quarterback throughout the spring and summer. Wilson and the Giants started the season 0-3 , and now Dart will be under center for his NFL debut when they host the undefeated Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

“I want to do my best to be a spark,” Dart s

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