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Russell Wilson Shifts to Mentor Role With Giants as Offseason Outlook Takes Shape

Jaxson Dart credits Wilson for immediate, steady guidance that has evaluators eyeing him as a possible veteran bridge next year.

Overview

  • Benched after Week 3, Wilson ceded the job to first-round pick Jaxson Dart, who has remained New York’s starter.
  • Dart says Wilson was the first to call after the decision and has acted as a between-series “caddy,” helping with film study and on‑sideline adjustments.
  • For Week 18, Wilson is listed inactive with designation as the Giants’ emergency third quarterback, according to Heavy.
  • Wilson is on a one‑year deal reported at $10.5 million with incentives that could push the value to $21 million.
  • NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport frames Wilson as a candidate for a 2026 bridge role, while Wilson maintains he believes he can still start.