Jaxson Dart is one of the few NFL prospects from the Ole Miss Rebels, and he has been nothing short of impressive at the Scouting Combine. While he’s not yet part of the high-pick conversations, he showed that he has the game to be up there in the mix.
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And he has the numbers to back it too. Not only did he lead the SEC last year in completion percentage and passing yards, he topped the nation on passer rating.
And he has a great football name. Dart would be a dream last name for a quarterback. Mike Florio and Chris Simms of NFL certainly think so. During his NFL Combine media day, the duo shared how they were both impressed by the name.
“You got a great name too… We were talking to Gunnar Helm yesterday. Jaxson Dart is just a hell of a name. And you can’t control it. I guess you can change your name, but it’s just a great football name,” Florio started off.
But Jaxson’s response to the compliment took them by surprise. “My little brother got a better name than that. His name is Diesel Dart.” he replied.
This impressed Chris Simms so much that he lauded his parents for their boldness in choosing unique names for their kids. “So the parents aren’t afraid to go out with some different names. I like it,” he said.
Jaxon actually revealed that despite having a great football name himself, he is actually a little envious of his kid brother.
“I’m a little jealous of that one (my brother’s name). That should have been (me),” Jaxson said.
Diesel Dart plays both sides of the ball (primarily WR) for the Corner Canyon High School in Draper, Utah. He has received offers from several colleges already, including his brother’s alma mater, Ole Miss.
Although Diesel’s name stands out a bit more, Chris Simms said that Jaxson’s name is just perfect for a quarterback. And he might be right.
“Yours is pretty damn good for a quarterback. Jaxson Dart sounds pretty damn good. It’s like out of a movie.”
But at the same time, Mike Florio pointed out that such a name comes with added pressure, as the youngster would have to live up to it. And to be honest, he’s already starting to do just that. Jaxson’s Combine workouts were on point, especially his throwing drills, where he was hitting targets with each sling.
