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Giants Stick With Russell Wilson for Week 2 as Calls Grow for Jaxson Dart

The staff is prioritizing stability after a punchless opener that exposed protection problems.

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 07: Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants looks on prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 07, 2025 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed Wilson will start at Dallas in Week 2, saying the Week 1 loss was a collective offensive failure rather than a quarterback issue.
  • New York fell 21-6 to Washington with Wilson completing 17 of 37 passes for 168 yards as the Giants failed to score a touchdown in a season opener for the third straight year, per OptaStats.
  • Pass protection was a central concern with a 21.6% pressure rate that ranked third-worst in Week 1; left tackle Andrew Thomas was out and fill-in James Hudson was charged with six pressures.
  • Analysts, including ESPN’s Adam Schefter, say a switch to first-round pick Jaxson Dart is likely at some point this season, with some reporting the timing could hinge on Thomas’ return.
  • Wideout Darius Slayton urged patience with Wilson and cautioned against rushing Dart, as front-office decisions and offensive line depth draw renewed scrutiny.