Jaxson Dart wasted no time making an impact with the New York Giants. In his first NFL start, the rookie quarterback snapped the team’s 0-3 losing streak and ended the Los Angeles Chargers’ undefeated run, instantly earning the spotlight.
But it wasn’t just Jaxson who captured attention that night. His mother, Kara Dart, was frequently shown on the broadcast, and her emotional reactions quickly went viral across social media. After the win, Jaxson shared a heartfelt hug with her, leaving fans eager to know more about the proud mom cheering him on.
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Who Is Jaxson Dart’s Mom Kara Dart?
Jaxson was born to Brandon and Kara Dart on May 13, 200, in Kaysville, Utah. Both of his parents are from Utah, and played sports growing up, with Brandon playing football at college just like Dart. Their shared experience in sports has been a driving force in Jaxson’s development 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 background at the University of Utah helped spark Jaxson’s love for the game, Kara has been equally influential, offering steady support, guidance, and even some tough-love feedback.
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.’ ”
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.”
And Kara’s support goes beyond football. She also plays a role in keeping her son sharp off the field, helping Jaxson with his style and fashion choices, something he’s grown to truly appreciate
“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.”
While Jaxson’s debut has sparked new hope in New York, the Giants suffered a significant setback with star receiver Malik Nabers suffering a season-ending injury. The road to a playoff push will be tough, but if Jaxson continues to shine the way he did on Sunday, the support from Giants fans will only grow, and so will the pride and love from his biggest fan, Kara.
