Jaxson Dart took another big hit in his return to the field Monday night.

Jaxson Dart was back on the field for the New York Giants on Monday night, making his return from a two-game absence due to a concussion. And in a prime-time spot against the New England Patriots, Dart's reckless was on display for the world to see.

On a scramble up the right sideline in the first quarter, Dart delayed his getting out of bounds and paid the price for it. Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss absolutely leveled him, lifting the rookie quarterback off his feet into the sideline. No penalty was called, because Dart was still attempting to gain extra yards -- though the hit was so vicious you'll forgive his teammates for thinking it was illegal.

If you ever wanted to know what it would be like to fly, Dart can probably tell you after this:

One would think the 22-year-old might've altered his style of play after being evaluated for four concussions on the season and finally being forced to miss time with one, but at least in his first game back, Dart showed he hasn't learned anything -- or he's too stubborn to change. Based on what he had to say after the game, it's likely more the latter.

"I've played this way my whole entire life," Dart said. "It shouldn't be any shocker to anybody if you've followed along with my entire career. We're not playing soccer out here. You're going to get hit. Things happen. It's just part of the game."

Does that sound like someone who plans on altering their approach?

In some ways, I respect Dart's attitude about it. He's out there trying to win football games and has no problem sacrificing his body to do so. At the same time, dog, it doesn't have to be like this. You can play hard AND protect yourself. In fact, not getting destroyed gives your team a better shot at winning in the long run. Taking these hits for an extra yard is actually more selfish than simply getting down. The Giants fan in me cringes every time he gets whacked.

Hopefully, Dart learns that lesson sooner than later. If not, I'm afraid his career won't last long.

Andy Reid wants to tickle tonsils

From the department of things you don't hear every day, Andy Reid had quite the description for what his Kansas City Chiefs plan to do down the stretch of the season in order to make the playoffs.

Knowing the 6-6 Chiefs basically have to win out to guarantee themselves a spot in the postseason, Reid projected confidence in his team... I think? "We're going to go after you every game. That's how we roll. We're gonna try to tickle your tonsils on every play, every game. That's the attitude that we're coming in with."

Yeah, I'm not exactly sure what that means. It doesn't sound pleasant for whoever's on the receiving end of said tonsil tickling, though you have to wonder why the Chiefs didn't tickle more tonsils to avoid their current circumstances. Maybe they don't have the tools to accomplish what Reid wants? I guess we'll find out soon enough.

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