Introduction to the Giants’ Draft Move
The New York Giants got their quarterback of the future by trading their way back into the first round and selecting Mississippi’s Jaxson Dart with the No. 25 overall pick Thursday night.
The Trade Details
After taking Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter at No. 3 overall, New York acquired the 25th pick from Houston sent the Texans its second-round pick (No. 34), a third-round pick (No. 99) and a third-rounder in next year’s draft.
Quarterback Situation
The Giants signed veterans Russell Wilson — who’s expected to be the starter this season — and Jameis Winston last month as free agents and still have fan favorite Tommy DeVito, but they lacked a possible long-term answer at quarterback.
No Rush for Dart
With Wilson and Winston already in New York, Dart won’t have to be rushed onto the field — at least not this season.
Draft Context
Dart was the second QB selected in this year’s draft after Cam Ward went No. 1 overall to Tennessee.
Other Quarterback Prospects
Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders was once considered a possibility to be taken by the Giants, even with the third overall pick. But New York passed on Sanders twice, and the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders had yet to be drafted.
Jaxson Dart’s Background
Dart, a 6-foot-2, 223-pound Utah native, improved his draft positioning with an outstanding senior season at Mississippi. A first-team All-SEC selection, Dart ranked third in the FBS with 4,279 yards passing and was the Gator Bowl MVP in the Rebels’ victory over Duke after throwing for 404 yards and four TDs.
College Career
Dart played his first college season at Southern California, but transferred to Mississippi after his freshman year. In three seasons playing under Lane Kiffin, he set the school records for yards passing with 10,617 and total offense with 12,115.
High School Achievements
Dart has been on NFL scouts’ radars since he was the national Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year at Corner Canyon High School — where 2021 No. 2 overall pick Zach Wilson also once played — after throwing for 4,691 yards and a Utah state-record 67 TD and only four interceptions.
Conclusion
The selection of Jaxson Dart by the New York Giants marks a significant move for the team’s future at the quarterback position. With his impressive college career and high school achievements, Dart is expected to be a valuable addition to the team.
FAQs
- Q: Who did the Giants select with the No. 25 overall pick?
A: The Giants selected Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart. - Q: What did the Giants trade to acquire the 25th pick?
A: The Giants traded their second-round pick (No. 34), a third-round pick (No. 99), and a third-rounder in next year’s draft to Houston. - Q: Who are the quarterbacks currently on the Giants’ roster?
A: The Giants have Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston, and Tommy DeVito on their roster, with Jaxson Dart being the newest addition.
