The New York Giants are set to start quarterback Jameis Winston in their upcoming match against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, according to reports from ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jordan Raanan. This decision comes after rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart suffered a concussion during last week’s game against the Chicago Bears, prompting the Giants to turn to Winston as their new starter.
Winston, who signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Giants in the offseason, has not played since Week 15 of the previous season while with the Cleveland Browns. He has spent the 2025 season as the third-string quarterback, initially behind Russell Wilson, who started in Week 1, and Dart, who took over the role in Week 4.
In the game against the Bears, Dart experienced a significant injury after taking a hard hit during a fumble in the third quarter. As he attempted to evade a defensive lineman, he was struck from the side, causing his head to collide with the ground. After the incident, Dart struggled to get up and remained on the field momentarily before walking to the sideline. He returned briefly for two plays, but eventually went to the blue medical tent and was later escorted to the locker room by a trainer, where he was ruled out for the remainder of the game.
The Giants now look to Winston to lead their offense against the Packers, seeking to improve their standing as they navigate the remainder of the season. With his extensive experience in the league, Winston aims to provide a spark to a team that has faced challenges in recent weeks. This matchup against Green Bay represents an opportunity for Winston to reestablish himself in a starting role and to potentially turn the Giants’ fortunes around.
As the team prepares for this crucial game, all eyes will be on Winston to see how he performs after an extended absence from the field.
