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Giants To Bench Russell Wilson, Start Rookie Jaxson Dart in Week 4

Brian Daboll turns to first-rounder Jaxson Dart following an 0–3 start.

Overview

  • ESPN reported the switch, echoed by AFP and ran.de, with Dart set to start Sunday at MetLife Stadium against the unbeaten Chargers.
  • Wilson drew boos in a 9–22 loss to the Chiefs and finished with 160 passing yards and two interceptions.
  • After initially saying "Russ is the starter" following Week 1, Daboll declined on Monday to guarantee Wilson playing time.
  • Dart, the 25th pick in April, impressed in preseason and moved ahead of veteran Jameis Winston on the depth chart.
  • Los Angeles has allowed fewer than 300 yards per game on defense, presenting a stern first test for the rookie quarterback.