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Giants Open Preseason With Win Over Bills as Jaxson Dart Shines

Momentum from a 34-25 victory has energized the Giants ahead of joint practices to refine their quarterback depth chart.

Aug 9, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws the ball to New York Giants tight end Daniel Bellinger (82) during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Aug 9, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) throws a pass to running back Dante Miller (25) in the second quarter game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
Michael Hoecht #55 of the Buffalo Bills attempts to tackle Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants during the first quarter of an NFL Preseason 2025 game between New York Giants and Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York.
Aug 9, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) throws the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Four quarterbacks combined for 51 pass attempts, underscoring the depth and competition within the Giants’ revamped signal-caller room.
  • Russell Wilson opened the game with a 6-for-7 drive that set up a 53-yard Graham Gano field goal.
  • First-round pick Jaxson Dart completed 12 of 19 passes for 154 yards and a touchdown and added 24 rushing yards in his preseason debut.
  • The offensive line allowed zero sacks, and Trace Ford’s fourth-quarter fumble recovery paved the way for the game-clinching touchdown.
  • The win gives New York momentum as it heads into joint practices and additional preseason matchups to finalize its roster and depth chart.