NFL News: Giants’ name Russell Wilson starts quarterback
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New York Giants Head coach Brian Daball officially named Russell Wilson the team’s starting quarterback at a press conference before training camp began Wednesday.
Wilson, 36, was chosen to get a good start to Jaymis Winston, who signed free agency and signed a one-round pick Jackson dirt.
“These guys compete here, but Russ is our starter,” Dabour said. via ESPN.
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New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson, #3 will warm up during a mini camp at the Quest Diagnostic Training Center on June 18, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (John Jones Imagni Image)
Wilson spent time with last season Pittsburgh Steelers He had a 6-5 record in 11 games. The 10-time Pro Bowler completed 63.7% of his passes for 2,482 yards last season with 16 touchdowns and five interceptions.
Wilson, Winston and Dirt were part of the Giants’ front office goal of overhauling the quarterback room when they went 3-14 after a disastrous season last year.
Last season, Daniel Jones, Drew Locke and Tommy DeVito all received the start. Devito is the only one left on the team, and he competes for a spot on the roster. giant Signed Wilson The former Seattle Seahawks star has signed a one-year $10.5 million contract with the intention of starting the season as a starter.
Wilson starts in week one, but if he is struggling, fans are screaming for Dart to take over his first job.
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New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (#3) will speak at a press conference at a mini-camp at the Quest Diagnostic Training Center held in East Rutherford, New Jersey on June 17, 2025. (John Jones Imagni Image)
Giants general manager Joe Shane said at a press conference that current attack coordinator Mike Kafka Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes only played one game at the end of his rookie season.
Shane also said when he and Dabolu were together. Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen took part in one game a week in his rookie year and never gave up his first job.
Winston and Dart competes for backup quarterback jobs throughout training camp.
Winston played in 12 games Cleveland Browns Last year he completed 61.1% of his passes for 2,121 yards with 13 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, including seven starts.
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New York Giants quarterback Jackson Dart #6, quarterback Russell Wilson, #3 will interact during a mini-camp at the Quest Diagnostic Training Center on June 17, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (John Jones Imagni Image)
Throughout his 10-year career, Winston was not afraid to put the ball in danger, having 154 career touchdowns and 111 career interceptions.
Dirt, last season Ole Miss, He led the SEC for completion rate (69.3%) and (4,279) yards, with 29 touchdowns and six intercepts.
The Giants have given up on the 2025 second round pick (34 overall), the 2025 third round pick (99 overall), and the 2026 third round pick. Houston Texans 25 whole picks to choose DART.
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