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Veteran QB Russell Wilson Battles for Giants' Starting Role
17 Aug
Summary
- Wilson completes 4 of 7 passes for 108 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT in preseason
- Rookie Jaxson Dart impresses with 87.5% completion, 137 yards, 1 TD
- Wilson remains Giants' starter, but needs strong start to 2025 season
On August 12, 2025, former Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson played the first four drives of the New York Giants' preseason Week 2 win over the New York Jets. Wilson's outing was defined by a few high-risk, high-reward deep passes, including an 80-yard completion to wide receiver Beaux Collins that set up a short touchdown run.
However, Wilson also threw an interception in the end zone, and the overall results were up-and-down. Despite this, Wilson remains the Giants' starting quarterback entering the 2025 season, as confirmed by head coach Brian Daboll.
Nonetheless, Wilson may need a strong start to the 2025 season to keep hold of that starting role. Rookie first-round pick Jaxson Dart has impressed in limited preseason action, including a 137-yard, one-touchdown performance on Saturday against the Jets.
The Giants will face the New England Patriots in their final preseason game on August 21, 2025, before opening the regular season against the Washington Commanders on September 7, 2025. Wilson will likely sit out the final preseason contest, but his performance in the regular season will be crucial in determining the team's starting quarterback.
