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Giants Reaffirm Russell Wilson for Week 1 as Jaxson Dart’s Rise Draws External Calls

GM Joe Schoen says the rookie impressed with how quickly he executed the offense.

Overview

  • Joe Schoen told reporters that Russell Wilson remains the starter to open the season, adding, “Russ is our quarterback.”
  • Jaxson Dart capped the preseason completing 32 of 47 passes for 372 yards and three touchdowns with more than 50 rushing yards and no interceptions.
  • A rival general manager told The Athletic’s Dianna Russini that Dart should start in Week 1, according to her report.
  • Yahoo Sports analyst Justin Boone labeled Dart a deep sleeper for fantasy purposes based on his preseason performance.
  • After waiving Tommy DeVito, who was claimed by the Patriots, the quarterback room stands as Wilson, Dart and Jameis Winston.