New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart and his girlfriend, model Marissa Ayers, made their red carpet debut Thursday at the 2026 NFL Honors, drawing widespread attention from fans and media alike.
Ayers, a social media influencer and ring card girl for Jake Paul’s boxing promotions with 1.5 million TikTok followers, accompanied Dart to the event at the Palace of Fine Arts.
She wore a champagne-colored dress that complemented Dart’s dark gray suit, turning heads as the couple posed for photos. The appearance came weeks after the pair publicly confirmed their relationship in January, following months of speculation that began with sightings at a Halloween party in 2025.
Dart, the Giants’ rookie signal-caller who threw for 2,275 yards, 15 touchdowns and five interceptions this season, has emphasized keeping their romance private amid his rising profile.
“I think that just in the world that we live in, we try to keep as much as we can, you know, between us,”
Dart told reporters earlier this year. Ayers, who has roots in Alabama and works as a model, has been spotted supporting Dart at games, including with his mother, Kara Dart.
The couple’s presence at the glitzy ceremony, where NFL stars and their partners gathered ahead of Super Bowl LX, quickly went viral on social media. On X, formerly Twitter, users shared mixed reactions to Ayers’ appearance and the duo’s debut.
WHOLESOME: #Giants star rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart and his girlfriend Marissa Ayers at the #NFL Honors fashion box.
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pic.twitter.com/yGLpNudPWA— MLFootball (@MLFootball) February 6, 2026
One post highlighted fan commentary: “‘She’s dressed like it’s her show,’ ‘It’s pathetic’: NFL fans react as Jaxson Dart, GF Marissa Ayers make red carpet debut at 2026 NFL Honors.” Another captured the moment: “Red carpet moment 👀 Giants QB Jaxson Dart steps out with Marissa Ayers for their first official appearance at the 2026 NFL Honors 🤎🏈✨.”
Other reactions praised the WAGs in attendance, including Ayers: “Ciara, Olivia Culpo and Marissa Ayers stun at NFL Honors as WAGs join football-star beaus at glitzy ceremony.” A video post echoed the sentiment: “New York Giants QB Jaxson Dart & Marissa Ayers at NFL Honors 🔥🏈.”
Despite losing the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year award to another contender, Dart’s off-field spotlight continues to grow alongside his on-field performance. The NFL Honors celebrated the league’s top achievements, with Ayers’ viral moment adding to the evening’s buzz.
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