US EditionChargers Facing a Mystery Man in Giants Rookie QB Jaxson Dart
Brian Daboll benches Russell Wilson after three losses, starting rookie Jaxson Dart to revive the Giants' offense and secure his coaching future in a high-stakes move.
- On the announcement, Brian Daboll named Jaxson Dart the New York Giants starter, benching Russell Wilson and insisting `It's my decision`.
- Facing mounting pressure over results, Daboll announced Jaxson Dart will start after three straight losses, describing `It's my decision`, amid Wilson's inconsistent play.
- Entering his first start, Jaxson Dart, the No. 25 draft pick, has limited NFL experience and faces the unbeaten Los Angeles Chargers this Sunday.
- Giants officials say the team does not plan to trade or cut Russell Wilson, who won’t seek a trade, while several Giants players back Jaxson Dart as Brian Daboll’s job security remains at stake.
- The decision signals a philosophical shift as Brian Daboll bets on rookie Jaxson Dart, echoing Tom Coughlin starting Eli Manning and risking his future under intense scrutiny.
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Chargers facing a mystery man in Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart
The scouting report on Jaxson Dart, the New York Giants’ rookie quarterback, will be on the thin side when compared to the Chargers’ past three opponents at the position. The video of Dart in the NFL won’t be as comprehensive as it would be for two veterans or even a second-year QB. However … “I’m preparing for him the same as if I’m playing Pat Mahomes,” Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. said, referring to the Kansas City Chiefs’ standout quarte…
Report reveals Giants players' reaction to Jaxson Dart being named QB
May 9, 2025; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) speaks to members of the press after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images The New York Giants’ decision to bench Russell Wilson in favor of Jaxson Dart appears to be a popular one in the team’s locker room. Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported Saturday that members of the Giants were “fired up” by the q…
Giants HC Brian Daboll Decided To Start Jaxson Dart, Team Has No Plans To Move Russell Wilson
According to Dianna Russini, the Giants’ ownership and GM Joe Schoen were not involved in the decision to start first-round rookie QB Jaxson Dart. Instead, it was the choice of HC Brian Daboll, who took full responsibility for making the change, even though Russini notes that there were objections by some within the organization. Daboll spoke to both quarterbacks in person, and QB Russell Wilson was disappointed but was the “ultimate professiona…
Giants' Brian Daboll is on the hot seat and just went lone wolf
Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesKevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The New York Giants have reached their breaking point, and Brian Daboll is betting everything on a rookie quarterback to save his job. After a flat, lifeless performance from Russell Wilson against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Giants are making the switch to Jaxson Dart in Week 4. It’s not just a change under center — it’s a shift in philosophy, with Daboll putting his reputation and future on th…
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