Throughout the offseason, questions have lingered about how long Russell Wilson will remain atop the Giants’ quarterback depth chart. The Super Bowl winner will get the nod for Week 2, but Jaxson Dart looms as a replacement option. 
Wilson and the Giants’ offense endured a highly unproductive outing during a season-opening loss. Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed the 36-year-old will start tomorrow against the Cowboys, although it was reported this week Dart’s strong summer performances could accelerate the timeline for him to take over. Indeed, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports Dallas has prepared a defensive package in case the first-round rookie sees time on Sunday.
The Giants’ preference, though, would be to keep Wilson on the field as much as possible. Per Fowler’s colleague Adam Schefter, there is “no sense of urgency” on the part of the Giants to make a quarterback change. That stance is especially understandable with left tackle Andrew Thomas in line to miss tomorrow’s game. It would come as little surprise if New York waited until the veteran blindside blocker was healthy to consider starting Dart.
After selecting edge rusher Abdul Carter third overall, the Giants traded back into the first round to select Dart. The Ole Miss product was the second signal-caller off the board, and he entered the NFL with upside based on his college production but questions about his ability to quickly acclimate to the pro game. With Wilson and fellow free agent addition Jameis Winston in place, Dart could afford to sit for a large portion of the campaign. On the other hand, of course, Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen are on shaky ground with respect to their job security.
With pressure no doubt mounting as it pertains to a change on the sidelines and/or in the front office, Dianna Russini of The Athletic confirms (subscription required) Dart taking over at some point is “on the table.” He has a number of supporters within the organization, per Russini. That could lead to a QB change relatively soon depending in large part on how Wilson performs.
On the open market, Wilson took a one-year pact, meaning his future will be linked to his ability to remain atop the depth chart and deliver consistent play under center. Thomas coming back into the fold would be a key development, but in any case the possibility of Dart receiving the reins will continue to make for an interesting storyline to follow.
Well that sounds like a familiar situation.
It’s getting to the point where Giants fans have to wonder if Andrew Thomas will ever be fully healthy again. Would be very hesitant to put Dart in if Thomas isn’t playing.
For what lol
Miami really took the heat off NY by being so inept week 1.
Who will pick up the mantle in Week 2?
Oh, we have possibilities.
One week in and it’s clear as day that the Miami and NYG coaching staff and personnel department will be completely gone on Black Monday, if not before.
I think the real drama will center around Mike Tomlin. Many Steeler fans believe it’s time to move on from him despite his success. I’m sure there will much speculation about his future as the season progresses.
Mike Tomlin would be scooped up faster than than lightning by the Giants if Pittsburgh ever did something so stupid
Giants would rather hire someone with ties to the Manning family.
@matty kid
You’re assuming Tomlin would want to coach the Giants or some other NFL team but that may not be the case. Bill Cowher retired from coaching at age 49. Tomlin is 53.