The New York Giants constructed an unusual quarterback room featuring rookie first-round pick Jaxson Dart alongside veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, creating what coach Brian Daboll calls “the right environment” for franchise development.
General manager Joe Schoen and Daboll prioritized rebuilding the quarterback position after a disastrous 3-14 season. The Giants pursued Matthew Stafford via trade and considered Aaron Rodgers before pivoting to their current veteran-rookie combination.
“When you look at the quarterback room, it’s completely different for the most part,” assistant general manager Brandon Brown said. “We were very intentional in terms of getting the right pieces and creating the right environment.”
Wilson brings Super Bowl experience and meticulous preparation habits that have impressed teammates. Right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor noted Wilson’s attention to detail during games, while receivers regularly receive texts about route specifics.
Winston has taken Dart under his wing with late-night yoga sessions and unorthodox training methods. The 31-year-old veteran provides leadership in the locker room while serving as a bridge between Wilson’s veteran presence and Dart’s youth.
“We’re having a blast; we’re all rooting for each other just to be better every day,” Wilson said. “There’s like no secrets in the quarterback room — we always share information.”
The Giants cut Tommy DeVito on Tuesday after he threw three touchdowns in the preseason finale, leaving the three-quarterback rotation intact. Winston remains signed through 2026, providing long-term stability as Dart’s potential backup.
Daboll and Schoen are gambling their careers on this quarterback room construction after going 18-32-1 over three seasons. The approach mirrors successful developmental models, including Patrick Mahomes learning behind Alex Smith in Kansas City.