Six years after Daniel Jones, the Giants parted ways with previous first-round picks during the 2024 regular season. To replace him, the Giants brought Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson.
The 36-year-old is the roster of 2025’s most experienced QB New York. Recently, manager Brian Dabor named Wilson the first week and the starter for the Giants in Washington. Speaking to the media on Thursday, Giants WR Darius Slayton said Russell Wilson would bring “clearness” to the offense.
Russell Wilson brings valuable experience to the New York roster
Darius Slayton says Russell Wilson brought “clearness” to the Giants’ attack.
“He’s been playing football for a long time. He knows what’s useful for him. It’s easy to access the same page as him.” pic.twitter.com/gvagjhwh2f
– Giants Video (@snygiants) July 24, 2025
Since the 2019 season, the Giants in New York have struggled to play competent and reliable QB. With Daniel Jones off the roster, New York had to move to 2025. The team signed Russell Wilson to a one-year $10.5 million deal. He is Wilson’s third team in many seasons. The 10-time Pro Bowler started 11 times in Pittsburgh in 2024, making it 6-5.
NFL training camp is ongoing this week, and the media can talk to players. On Thursday, Giants Beat reporter spoke to veteran WR Darius Slayton. He was asked what has brought to the team that Russell Wilson has been missing in recent years. Slayton said Wilson will bring “clearness” to New York’s offensive vision in 2025.
#giants HC Brian Daball said Russell Wilson is his starting quarterback. pic.twitter.com/pffv5s7pui
– Ari Meirov (@mysportsupdate) July 23, 2025
Additionally, Slayton mentioned how Russell Wilson has 13 years of NFL experience. The longtime QB knows what works for him and what doesn’t work. This will allow New York skill positivity players to be on the same page as Wilson. Clarity is something the Giants have not attacked since Eli Manning’s time. It’s not easy for the 2025 Giants. New York has the toughest schedule of the season, according to Sharp Football analysis.
