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Giants Name Wilson Week 1 Starter, Elevate Rookie Dart to No. 2 as Media Access Dispute Draws Notice

Reporting points to situational plans for Dart, reflecting internal confidence in his readiness.

Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants looks on prior to the game against the New England Patriots during the NFL Preseason 2025 game between New England Patriots and New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on August 21, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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Russell Wilson #3 of the New York Giants warms up prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on August 21, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Overview

  • Head coach Brian Daboll declined Friday to specify the pecking order behind Russell Wilson, though the Giants’ unofficial depth chart lists Jaxson Dart as the primary backup over Jameis Winston.
  • Ian Rapoport reported the Giants believe Dart is ready to step in if Wilson misses time after an impressive preseason showing.
  • SNY’s Connor Hughes said the staff has a limited package of plays prepared for Dart that could be used in spots against Washington.
  • Local outlets say the team violated NFL media policy by restricting midweek football interviews with Dart and Winston, a claim the Giants dispute while describing their approach as unchanged and request-based.
  • Daboll praised Winston’s leadership as the 11-year veteran faces a possible third-string designation for Week 1, and some analysts view him as a potential midseason trade candidate if that status holds.