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Russell Wilson Brings Leadership and Quarterback Stability to the New York Giants
Rookie Jaxson Dart, drafted 25th overall in 2025, earned the backup quarterback role by completing 68% of passes and scoring four total touchdowns in preseason, surpassing veteran Jameis Winston.
- On Tuesday, the New York Giants revealed their first unofficial depth chart for the 2025 regular season showing rookie Jaxson Dart as the backup quarterback behind Russell Wilson.
- The Giants moved up in the 2025 NFL Draft to pick Dart 25th overall, initially planning for him to serve as a backup behind Wilson and the experienced Jameis Winston.
- Dart stood out to coaches throughout preseason and training camp by completing 32 out of 47 pass attempts, accumulating 372 yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing once and avoiding any interceptions, ultimately securing the No. 2 quarterback position ahead of Winston.
- Coach Brian Daboll expressed that any final choices regarding who will serve as the backup quarterback or the role of any particular player will be clarified by Sunday, reflecting his trust in Dart's preparedness.
- Naming Dart as Wilson's main backup indicates the Giants have confidence in his progress and intend for him to be involved in Sunday’s first regular-season game at Landover, Maryland, facing the Washington team.
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Russell Wilson brings leadership and quarterback stability to the New York Giants
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