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Veteran QB Russell Wilson Lands Mentorship Role with Giants
17 Aug
Summary
- Wilson joined Giants as mentor to rookie QB Jaxson Dart
- Giants offense has "dysfunctional tendencies" limiting fantasy value
- Wilson can be a "perfectly fine QB3" if he starts over Jameis Winston
As of August 17th, 2025, veteran quarterback Russell Wilson has taken on a mentorship role with the New York Giants, where he is expected to begin the season as the starter until rookie Jaxson Dart is ready to take over.
Wilson, who is now 36 years old, spent the 2024 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he put together a "perfectly serviceable performance" for their 10-7 Wild Card team. However, the Giants' offense has been plagued by "dysfunctional tendencies," which could limit Wilson's fantasy value going forward.
Despite the team's struggles, Wilson can still be a "perfectly fine QB3" for fantasy managers if he is able to beat out Jameis Winston for the starting job. Wilson's deep passing ability remains a strength, as he earned a league-best 97.3 PFF grade on throws over 20 yards last season. However, his rushing production has declined in recent years, with less than 300 yards in three of the last four seasons.
As Wilson enters the "journeyman/mercenary stage" of his career, his fantasy viability will be closely tied to the Giants' patience with the rookie Dart. The team is not expected to rush the young quarterback, which could provide Wilson with a solid opportunity to start and produce for fantasy managers in 2025.
