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Russell Wilson to Wear No. 3 for Giants After Jersey Swap With Deonte Banks

Wilson continues his career-long tradition while he and Ciara raise $3 million for cancer research in New York City.

  • Russell Wilson will wear No. 3 for the New York Giants, maintaining the jersey number he has worn throughout his NFL career.
  • Cornerback Deonte Banks, who previously wore No. 3, has switched to No. 2 for the upcoming season, with no details disclosed on any compensation for the jersey swap.
  • Wilson publicly thanked Banks for the gesture, expressing his gratitude in a social media post on April 2.
  • On March 30, Wilson and his wife, Ciara, raised $3 million for cancer research through a New York City fundraiser, marking their philanthropic efforts in their new community.
  • Speculation persists that the Giants could draft Shedeur Sanders as a long-term quarterback option, despite Wilson's recent signing and expected role as the starter.
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