Harbaugh impressed by Dart's work ethic, leadership, and talent after rookie season.

Dart impressed new Giants head coach John Harbaugh enough during his rookie season to be a primary reason Harbaugh accepted the Giants' head-coaching job. Harbaugh stated: "I'm excited about Jaxson Dart" at his introductory press conference and later said of Dart after working with him for a few months: "I don't know about surprised, probably just impressed more than anything. I do think he's obsessed. I believe he really really wants to be good." Harbaugh also noted Dart "has the it factor from a leadership standpoint because he's respected by the guys. They just know how hard he works, how much he prepares and they respect his talent. He's got some charisma."