Speculation is mounting around the personal life of New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart after he was spotted in the company of a prominent social media influencer. The sighting has sent fans into a frenzy, fuelling rumours of a potential new romance for the NFL star.
Sideline Sightings Fuel Speculation
Following the Giants' game against the New England Patriots at the start of the month, Jaxson Dart was photographed chatting with his mother, Kara, on the sidelines. However, eagle-eyed observers quickly noted that the pair were not alone. Also present was model, influencer, and ring girl Marissa Ayers, who was seen beaming at the signal-caller while dressed in a large black puffer jacket.
Further adding to the intrigue, an Instagram post from before the game showed Kara Dart and the 22-year-old Ayers posing together on the sidelines. This public appearance comes just weeks after reports claimed that Dart and Ayers had spent time together at a Halloween party, setting the rumour mill into overdrive.
A Social Media Connection
The potential link between the athlete and the influencer extends beyond the stadium. Fans have meticulously tracked their online interactions, noting that Jaxson Dart has liked several of Marissa Ayers' posts on social media platforms. Ayers boasts a formidable online presence, with 1.5 million followers on TikTok and a further 400,000 on Instagram.
She first gained significant attention after working as a ring card girl for the high-profile Katie Taylor versus Amanda Serrano boxing match in July, where her appearance went viral. If Ayers becomes a regular feature supporting Dart, she may find herself sharing the sideline spotlight with the quarterback's already famous mother.
Kara Dart: The Rookie's Biggest Fan
Kara Dart is no stranger to the cameras herself. She first captured the public's affection on the night of the NFL Draft when the Giants traded back into the first round to select her son. Since then, she has become a mainstay on broadcasts, with Giants fans adoring her visible and passionate support for the former Ole Miss quarterback.
In a 2024 interview with the Ole Miss Rebels YouTube channel, Kara revealed the philosophy she instilled in her son. "We have a phrase at our house - you have to be comfortable being uncomfortable. Because so much of life is that," she explained. She reflected on Dart's challenging transition from USC to Ole Miss under coach Lane Kiffin, stating, "You never felt relaxed, he was very aware of every stat. It was a grind but he knew what he wanted and he wasn't going to give it up."
As the new NFL season progresses, all eyes will be on Jaxson Dart's performance on the field. However, if these recent sightings are any indication, considerable attention will also remain on who is cheering him on from the stands, with the possibility of a new influential figure entering his inner circle.
