Giants miss opportunity to get the No. 1 draft pick, but see progress in rookie QB Jaxson Dart

The New York Giants have never had the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.

And thanks to their 34-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, the chances of that trend continuing greatly increased.

The Raiders are in the driver’s seat for the top pick at 2-14 with the Giants (3-13) sliding into second. New York, which snapped a nine-game losing streak, could still wind up at No. 1 if it loses to Dallas at MetLife Stadium on Sunday and Las Vegas beats Kansas City, which is without Patrick Mahomes.

Giants interim coach Mike Kafka got his first win Sunday after losing his first five games since replacing the fired Brian Daboll. The Giants had their largest margin of victory since defeating Indianapolis 38-10 in Week 17 of the 2022 season. New York also snapped a franchise-worst 13-game road losing streak dating to last season.

“The things we were playing for were each other,” Kafka said. “You get into a football locker room, it’s a family. Sometimes you have to go through ups and downs, but you keep plugging away, keep on putting in the hard work and then you’ll get the result that you want.”

Kafka, whose future with the team is uncertain after next week, made it clear that the focus was on getting a win and not on securing the top pick.

“No, the only discussions we had were just, how can we find a way to win and put our players in the best position to do that?” he said.

Much of that responsibility fell to rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, who showed off his dual threat skills by passing for 207 yards and running for 48 yards and two TDs.

“He (Dart) started the season as a backup (to Russell Wilson) and now being a starter, he has the same leadership skills,” Kafka said. “I don’t think there is a prerequisite for leadership. He’s just being himself.”

The special teams put together a nice performance. Deonte Banks returned a kick 95 yards for a TD and Ben Sauls, the Giants' fourth kicker of the season, had field goals of 32 and 23 yards.

Injuries and inconsistency have plagued the secondary all season. Banks, a first-round pick in 2023, has been relegated to a backup role and injuries have hampered Cor'Dale Flott, Tyler Nubin and Jevon Holland. The unit has produced just five interceptions.

WR Wan’Dale Robinson. He caught 11 passes for 113 yards to become the first player at 5-foot-8 or shorter to reach the 1,000-yard mark since the 5-7 Richard Johnson in 1989 for Detroit. Robinson also is just the third such player since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger, according to Sportradar.

Rookie OT Marcus Mbow. The fifth-rounder struggled in his first start replacing left tackle Andrew Thomas, who was out with a hamstring injury. Mbow allowed five of the six QB pressures by the Raiders on Sunday.

Holland left with a knee injury and didn't return. Kafka had no update on him Monday morning.

9 — The number of consecutive wins the Dallas Cowboys have against the Giants, who they play Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

The Giants opened as 6-point underdogs on BetMGM Sportsbook against the Cowboys.

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Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Darien Porter (26) breaks up a pass intended for New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (18) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) celebrates his touchdown with teammates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (2) is congratulated by interim head coach Mike Kafka after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) makes a catch against Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Greedy Vance (41) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart celebrates his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

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DOT AI APPOINTS DELORES ROCHESTER AS CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER TO DRIVE GROWTH

Oracle Veteran Sales Leader Brings More Than 25 Years of Experience Scaling Global Revenue Organizations

Dot Ai (Nasdaq: DAIC) (“Dot Ai” or the “Company”), an IoT and AI-based SaaS company at the forefront of Asset Intelligence technology, today announced the appointment of Delores “Del” Rochester as Chief Revenue Officer, effective January 5, 2026.

The appointment reflects Dot Ai’s focus on accelerating enterprise adoption, expanding customer relationships, and strengthening commercial execution as demand for real-time asset intelligence continues to grow.

As Chief Revenue Officer, Mrs. Rochester will lead Dot Ai’s global revenue organization, with responsibility for customer expansion, go-to-market execution, and driving sustainable growth across enterprise accounts.

Mrs. Rochester brings more than 25 years of experience leading high-performing sales organizations at global technology companies including Oracle and IBM. Over the course of her career, she has sold more than $4 billion in technology solutions to enterprise customers across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and other complex industries. She is recognized for building and scaling teams, strengthening strategic customer relationships, and delivering consistent execution at scale.

“Dot Ai’s technology addresses a real and growing need for enterprises operating complex physical environments,” said Delores Rochester, Chief Revenue Officer of Dot Ai. “I’m excited to work closely with customers, the Dot Ai leadership and the team to build on the company’s momentum, deepen partnerships, and help drive the next phase of growth.”

Mrs. Rochester succeeds Bob Reny, who recently departed the company following his tenure as Chief Revenue Officer.

“Del brings a rare combination of enterprise sales leadership, technical fluency, and execution discipline,” said Ed Nabrotzky, Chief Executive Officer of Dot Ai. “Her experience scaling revenue organizations at global technology leaders will be instrumental as we continue to expand our enterprise footprint. I also want to thank Bob Reny for his contributions to Dot Ai and wish him continued success.”

Dot Ai continues to invest in leadership and operational rigor to support enterprise customers and deliver long-term value to shareholders.

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At the heart of the technological revolution in asset management and security lies Dot Ai, a trailblazing SaaS service that is defining Asset Intelligence for smart supply chain operations. By harnessing the power of real-time IoT tracking technology and AI-enhanced analytics, Dot Ai stands at the forefront of innovation, offering patented solutions that are not just advanced but transformative. Through relentless research and development, Dot Ai has engineered a suite of technologies that empower organizations to not only streamline their logistics and supply chain processes but also bolster operational security to unprecedented levels. Leveraging state-of-the-art AI engines, cutting-edge 5G RF and BLE technology, and seamless API integrations, Dot Ai transcends traditional boundaries, offering real-time asset visibility and predictive analytics that integrate effortlessly with existing infrastructure. This is not just technology; it's a vision for a more secure, efficient, and connected world. Discover more about how Dot Ai is leading the charge in Asset Intelligence by visiting https://daic.ai.

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