The New York Giants couldn’t have asked for a tougher way to kick off their season.
After a discouraging 21-6 loss to division rival Washington Commanders, questions are already swirling around head coach Brian Daboll’s plans at quarterback.
It wasn’t just a loss—it was a game where the Giants never looked like they were in control or even close to putting up a fight.
Russell Wilson Struggles in First Start
All eyes were on Russell Wilson in his debut for the Giants, but the veteran quarterback didn’t deliver the spark fans were hoping for.
Wilson managed to complete just 17 of his 37 passes, finishing with 168 yards.
He did add 44 yards on the ground, but the Giants still came up empty in the end zone.
For an offense that desperately needed a fresh start, the sluggish performance raised even more doubts.
Daboll Keeps His Cards Close
When reporters pressed Daboll about whether rookie Jaxson Dart might get a look in Week 2 against the Dallas Cowboys, the coach refused to give a straight answer.
“We’re going to get home and look at our game,” he said, deflecting questions about making a quarterback change.
“I’ve got confidence… we have to do better overall—coaches, players, everybody. We’ll get focused and ready for Dallas.”
That left the room wondering—was Daboll’s vague response a quiet sign of uncertainty, or simply coach-speak after a frustrating game?
Defending His Quarterback
Even with the speculation, Daboll made sure to shield Wilson from blame.
When challenged again, he doubled down: “This game isn’t on Russell Wilson.
Let me make that clear. I have confidence in Russ. We just have to do a better job all the way around.”
It was a firm statement of support, but the lack of offensive production makes it hard to ignore the bigger picture.
Numbers Tell the Story
The stats painted an ugly picture for New York.
The Giants gained only 231 total yards despite actually having more possession time than Washington.
They failed on both of their trips to the red zone and converted just 4 of 16 third downs.
It wasn’t just one player struggling—it was a team-wide breakdown.
Same Old Concerns
For fans, the disappointment feels all too familiar.
The Giants finished near the bottom of the league in points per game the past two seasons—30th in 2023 and 31st in 2024.
With this start, it’s hard to believe things are going to be any different this year.
Looking Ahead
Now the focus shifts to Dallas in Week 2.
Will Daboll stick with Wilson and hope he settles in, or will rookie Jaxson Dart get his chance sooner than expected?
Giants fans will be watching closely, hoping for signs of life before the season starts slipping away.