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Giants Name Russell Wilson Week 1 Starter as Jaxson Dart Prepares for Late-Season Debut

Veteran mentorship, controlled exposure with limited reps prepare the first-round rookie for a projected midseason start.

Russell Wilson speaks onstage at Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 20, 2025 in New York City.

Overview

  • Coach Brian Daboll confirmed Russell Wilson as the Week 1 starter, slotting Jaxson Dart behind Wilson and Jameis Winston on the depth chart.
  • Dart moved up to second-team reps after OTAs and minicamp, earning praise from Daboll for his poise, football IQ and aggressiveness.
  • Draft Network and Pro Football Talk project Dart will make around five starts late in the season, passing for over 1,100 yards in his first action.
  • Dart describes himself as process-driven and says he’s focusing “day-by-day, rep-by-rep” rather than pushing for immediate results.
  • The Giants’ structured succession plan draws on past rookie development models to balance current competitiveness with long-term quarterback stability.