Russell Wilson demoted for Jameis Winston as Giants make QB switch with new coach

The Giants are shuffling their quarterback depth chart.

Jameis Winston has been promoted to be the No. 2 behind Jaxson Dart, moving veteran Russell Wilson to third string, according to NFL Network.

Winston would get the start Sunday at home against the Packers if Dart is unable to go after leaving the Giants’ loss to the Bears last week with a concussion.

The decision is the first significant move for Mike Kafka, who was promoted to interim head coach after Brian Daboll was fired Monday.

Wilson was abysmal in two of three starts this season before being benched for Dart, who has sparked excitement for the franchise even during another dreadful 2-8 season.

Jameis Winston may make his first Giants appearance this season. Bill Kostroun/New York Post

Russell Wilson (left) walks off the field after the Giants’ loss to the Bears on Nov. 12, 2025. for the NY POST

Wilson stepped in for Dart in Chicago and led the Giants on a field goal drive, but a late three-and-out opened the door for the Bears to rally for a 24-20 victory.

Winston has yet to play this season after signing a two-year, $8 million deal in the offseason.

More to come on this developing story…