Marisa Ayers keeps dating rumors with New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart alive with social media clues and public appearances

15 December 2025

Marissa Ayers and Jaxson Dart. Winslow Townson/Getty

Influencer and model Marisa Ayers has once again stirred speculation about a possible romance with New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart after a series of social media posts and public sightings that fans and commentators are interpreting as subtle hints of something more than friendship. Ayers, 22, has fuelled the buzz most recently with a playful TikTok vlog from New York City in which she donned an oversized Giants T-shirt and reacted with a teasing emoji when asked whether she had moved to the city, a response that many followers took as a coy nod to the speculation that she might be in town because of Dart, who is also 22 and in the early stages of his NFL career. This follows earlier moments that have kept the rumour mill spinning and given fans plenty to unpack as they watch for further signals of a possible connection between the two public figures.

The dating rumour first gained traction in October when Dart and Ayers were reportedly spotted together at a Halloween party, a scene that set off immediate chatter online about a possible romantic link. Neither Ayers nor Dart issued a public statement confirming their relationship at the time, but as the weeks passed, additional interactions appeared to support the idea that the two may be more than casual acquaintances. Dart has liked several of Ayers’s Instagram posts and the pair follow each other on social media, a detail that followers have seized upon as another hint of mutual interest. Fans have scrutinised every like and comment, interpreting them through the lens of growing curiosity about the young quarterback’s off-field life.

Ayers’s presence at a December 1 NFL game between the Giants and the New England Patriots only added fuel to the fire. She was photographed at Gillette Stadium not just in attendance, but also posing with Dart’s mother, Kara Dart, a moment that many viewed as significant because meeting a player’s parent can be seen as a meaningful step in personal relationships. While Ayers has not publicly confirmed any romantic involvement, the optics of being photographed comfortably alongside Dart’s family members has heightened interest among fans and media alike. That appearance came shortly before her recent TikTok video that made cryptic references to New York and appeared to embrace associations with the Giants organization.

Coverage from independent outlets and fan pages has also pointed to other moments that have kept the speculation alive and well. Multiple reports online reference sightings of Ayers and Dart on what has been described by an observer as a “cozy date night” at an upscale restaurant in New Jersey, where the pair were seen with friends and reportedly shared quality time together, seemingly at ease in each other’s company. While these anecdotal sightings have not been verified by official statements, they have contributed to a narrative that fans of both stars are watching closely.

From a professional perspective, Dart’s rookie year in the NFL has been a roller-coaster, with the 22-year-old drafted in the first round by the Giants in 2025 and immediately thrust into one of the most visible roles in American sports. That visibility translates into heightened public interest in his personal life, and the seeming chemistry between him and Ayers has drawn attention across social platforms and sports fan communities alike. Even in a league noted for its drama and narratives on the field, the story of a rising quarterback linked romantically to a popular influencer offers a compelling subplot that drives engagement beyond traditional sports coverage.

Ayers, for her part, is no stranger to the spotlight herself. The University of Alabama graduate built her social media following by sharing lifestyle content and glimpses into her life as a college student, amassing more than a million combined followers across TikTok and Instagram. She has modelled professionally as a ring card girl at major boxing events and has worked with various brands and campaigns, establishing a public persona that blends fashion, fitness, and pop-culture appeal. Her considerable online presence means that any public interaction with a high-profile athlete like Dart is magnified in the court of public opinion and widely discussed among followers and commentators.

Despite all the conjecture and social signals, neither Ayers nor Dart has confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship. Both have remained relatively quiet on the subject, allowing social media interactions and carefully chosen public moments to do much of the talking for them. In an era when celebrity couples often announce their relationships publicly, this slow-burn approach leaving room for speculation without outright affirmation has only made fans more attentive to every hint and sign.

The dating storyline involving Dart and Ayers also intersects with recent off-field attention surrounding the quarterback. Earlier in December, rumoured links between Dart and another influencer, Alix Earle, briefly circulated when an unverified screenshot of a supposed direct message made its way across social platforms. Earle quickly debunked the claim, calling it fake, but the moment underscored how intensely fans and online communities are watching Dart’s personal life. With the Earle episode now dismissed, attention has refocused on Ayers and the more substantiated public interactions between her and the Giants signal-caller.

Fans and entertainment media are now left to watch and wait. With Ayers’s recent TikTok hint, appearances at sporting events, and apparent comfort around Dart’s family, the dating rumours show no signs of cooling down. Whether the connection between Ayers and Dart ultimately extends beyond friendly support into an acknowledged romantic relationship remains to be seen, but for now the pair continue to capture the attention of social media users, sports fans, and pop-culture observers alike, turning every shared photo and cryptic post into another chapter in an unfolding off-field narrative.