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Giants Keep Russell Wilson as Week 1 Starter Despite Jaxson Dart’s Preseason Surge

Brian Daboll affirmed that the rookie’s efficient two-game stat line will feed momentum without accelerating his promotion.

Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants looks on after the second half of a NFL Preseason 2025 game between New York Jets and New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on August 16, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won 31-12.
Chad Ochocinco plays Pickleball to celebrate National Pickleball Day and the upcoming 2025 DoorDash Major League Pickleball Finals at Grand Central Terminal on August 08, 2025 in New York City.
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Overview

  • Jaxson Dart has gone 26-for-35 for 291 yards, two passing touchdowns and one rushing score with zero interceptions in two preseason games.
  • In the Jets matchup he stepped in on one play, completed a 30-yard sidearm pass to Theo Johnson and finished the game with 13 straight completions.
  • Former NFL MVP Robert Griffin III praised Dart on social media after the 31-12 victory over the Jets.
  • Coach Brian Daboll reiterated that Wilson will start Week 1 as the organization follows a deliberate development plan for the rookie.
  • Questions over Malik Nabers’ readiness and Dexter Lawrence’s absence continue to temper assessments of the offense’s consistency and run-defense strength.