The New York Giants made two selections in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. They chose Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter with the No. 3 overall pick, then traded up to select Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart at No. 25, as per CBS News. In the trade with the Houston Texans, the Giants sent their second-round pick (No. 34), a third-round pick (No. 99) from this year's draft, and a third-round pick from next year’s draft.
With veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston recently signed, the Giants appear to be aiming to avoid placing Jaxson Dart in the starting quarterback role during the upcoming season. According to general manager Joe Schoen in an interview with the New York Post, Dart is expected to develop under the guidance of experienced players, describing the setup as "a perfect situation for a young quarterback."
Dart's resume includes being the national Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year at Corner Canyon High School, improved draft stock through an outstanding senior season at Mississippi, and breaking school records with 10,617 yards passing and 12,115 on total offense. Giants coach Brian Daboll praised Dart's progression, stating, "I think this guy got better every year he's played," in a statement to the New York Post. "He's a leader, he's smart, he has the attributes we were looking for."
In response to his selection, Dart shared his enthusiasm about joining one of the NFL’s established franchises and learning under the guidance of Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson. "I'm really excited to go after it with everything that I've got," he conveyed through a video call, according to CBS News.
The Giants' decision to pass on Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders twice—who was not selected in the first round—indicates their focus on Jaxson Dart at the position. General Manager Joe Schoen has expressed an interest in identifying a long-term quarterback, making this selection a key part of the team’s efforts to restructure its roster.
