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NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
With Jaxson Dart's season-ending injury status uncertain, Jameis Winston entered the game as relief quarterback in the Giants' 28-6 loss to the Rams. Winston completed only 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards with one interception in his appearance, demonstrating limited efficiency in the backup role. Winston had been backing up Dart after Dart suffered multiple injuries during the 2025 season.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Winston's performance in relief of Dart on Monday was poor. He completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards and an interception, finishing with a 37.7 passer rating and averaging just 4.1 yards per attempt. None of his nine drives gained 50 yards. Winston attributed some of the passing game's struggles to the Rams knowing the Giants had to throw.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston takes over as the Giants' starting quarterback following Dart's injury. The source notes Winston signed a two-year, $13 million extension earlier this month. Since the start of the 2022 season, Winston is 3-9 as a starter. Across all appearances during that span, he has thrown 21 touchdown passes against 23 interceptions. He lost both of his starts for the Giants last season, completing 56.1 percent of his passes for 567 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions across three appearances.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
The Giants are looking at having Jameis Winston at quarterback for the remainder of the season following Jaxson Dart's significant left knee injury. The team also has Jake Haener on their practice squad and could bring back Brandon Allen as a third quarterback option.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston is the backup quarterback on the Giants' 53-man roster behind Jaxson Dart. If Dart is out long-term due to his knee injury, Winston would likely become the starter, with the team potentially seeking a third quarterback option to provide depth.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston entered the game after Jaxson Dart's injury in Week 2 against the Rams but could not get much going, throwing an end-zone interception as the Giants were limited to field goals in their 28-6 loss.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston entered in relief for the Giants after Dart's injury on Sept. 21; his relief effort did not inspire confidence about the Giants' immediate future.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston will start for the Giants against the Titans this week with Dart sidelined. The source notes Winston is one of the more entertaining quarterbacks in the league and should be easier to scheme against than Dart because he lacks the same mobility.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
With Jaxson Dart sidelined for an extended period or possibly the season, Jameis Winston takes over as the Giants' starting QB. However, Winston struggled in relief of Dart, completing just 11 of 27 passes (40.7%) for 111 yards with one interception, raising concerns about the Giants' offensive production going forward.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston is the Giants' experienced backup quarterback who will assume starting duties following Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury. Winston struggled in Week 2 against the Rams but has demonstrated success at various points in his career.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston moves into the starting job for the Giants following Dart's season-ending knee injury. In relief on Monday night, he completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards and an interception, showing struggles in the role.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over for injured Jaxson Dart and finished Monday night's game against the Rams going 11-for-27 with 111 passing yards, one interception, and two sacks. Winston signed a two-year, $13-million extension before Week 1 and is now positioned as the Giants' starting quarterback with Dart sidelined.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Replaced Jaxson Dart as Giants starting quarterback following Dart's Week 2 injury; performance was uninspiring, missing open receivers on multiple occasions and throwing an ugly red zone interception; recently signed a two-year extension through 2028 season.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston takes over as the Giants' starting QB following Dart's injury. The source notes Winston was slightly worse than expected in replacement duty against the Rams in Week 2, but expects him to perform better with a full week of practice and first-team reps against a weaker Titans defense compared to being thrown into a prime-time road game.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
The backup quarterback struggled significantly in relief of injured Jaxson Dart on Monday night. Winston's accuracy was a problem, completing 5 of 12 passes in the first half alone with an overthrown screen and open rollout in the red zone among the misses. He also had two rushes for 1 yard, failing to replicate Dart's running threat. The source notes that while Winston is one of the better backup quarterbacks in the NFL, he is also capable of throwing his team out of any game with inopportune interceptions.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston was mediocre in relief when Jaxson Dart exited with a knee injury in Week 2. He should improve with starting reps in practice for Week 3, but his early performance was underwhelming.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
If Jaxson Dart cannot play in Week 3, Jameis Winston will start at quarterback for the New York Giants against the Titans.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Veteran quarterback Jameis Winston filled in for injured Jaxson Dart in the second half and completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards with one interception in the Giants' 28-6 loss to the Rams.NegativeMatchupSep 22, 2026
Winston could enter for the Titans if Dart's knee injury prevents him from playing, potentially leading to turnovers that put the Giants defense in bad spots.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Went 0-4 on 20+ yard pass attempts through two weeks, second-worst among all quarterbacks.PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
Giants backup quarterback took over for injured Jaxson Dart and performed poorly in relief: 11 of 27 for 111 yards passing and an interception. He looked unsettled, off target, and unsure throughout the game, appearing like a quarterback with minimal first-team reps. The source notes he needs to be much better if Dart misses time, or the Giants will struggle to win games.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston started at quarterback for the Giants after Jaxson Dart's injury, taking over without Malik Nabers initially available. The Giants' offense struggled significantly with Winston under center, managing only 182 yards of total offense and a 3-of-14 third-down conversion rate.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston is expected to take over as the Giants' starting quarterback following Jaxson Dart's MCL sprain. Malik Nabers indicated the team will 'rally around Jameis' as they prepare for Week 3 against Tennessee. Winston acknowledged the injury as a 'gut punch' but emphasized the team's need to move forward and prepare for the next opponent.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston, thrust into action after Dart's injury, completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards, one interception, and zero touchdowns as the Giants were routed 28-6 by the Rams, illustrating the dramatic drop-off in offensive production when he replaced the starting quarterback.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Winston struggled in relief of Dart, completing 11 of 27 throws (40.7% completion rate), indicating inefficiency in the backup role.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston stepped in after Jaxson Dart's injury and struggled significantly. He completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards and 1 interception. The source states that the Giants' offense put together only 182 total yards and never managed to find the end zone. Winston's interception was particularly costly, as he threw it directly to Rams defensive back Trent McDuffie. The source concludes: "The Giants need better play from Jameis Winston if Dart misses time."PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston replaced Jaxson Dart after Dart's first-quarter leg injury and looked incompetent in the role. He was intercepted by Trent McDuffie on a target intended for Malik Nabers in the end zone, signaling struggles in the Rams' passing game when forced into action.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston played as the backup quarterback for the Giants in their Week 2 loss to the Rams; the source notes that New York played the lion's share of the game with Winston at quarterback, and the Rams' 28-6 victory was still considered impressive despite the Giants' reduced offensive capability.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston looked lost and overmatched in relief of Dart. In the first half, he went 4 of 12 for 58 yards with a terrible interception in the red zone. He finished 11 of 27 for 111 yards while suffering two sacks and throwing an interception. The grader stated: 'It was the worst I've seen Winston as a Giant.'PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
The Giants' backup quarterback wasn't good at all in relief of the injured Jaxson Dart, finishing 11 of 27 for 111 yards passing and an interception. He looked unsettled all night, off target and unsure, like a quarterback who had worked very little with the first team. The source notes that if Dart is going to miss time, which seems likely, Winston needs to be much better or the Giants will have a difficult time winning games.NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston was intercepted by Trent McDuffie in Week 2, indicating continued turnover issues and potential fantasy inconsistency.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston had to carry the Giants' offense for most of the night after Dart exited early with a knee injury. In his first appearance of 2026, he went 11 for 27 on pass attempts for 111 yards, zero touchdowns and one interception, also taking a couple of sacks. Beyond the box score, Winston appeared totally out-of-sorts and unprepared, looking like he was seeing ghosts in clean pockets and airmailing throws to open receivers. He was not checking out of plays with the frequency Dart did in Week 1.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston was unexpectedly thrust into action after Jaxson Dart was knocked out on the first possession with a knee injury. Though the Giants entered the season better positioned than most teams to succeed without their starting quarterback, Winston looked like an overwhelmed rookie. John Harbaugh will have difficulty feeling comfortable putting the 32-year-old back under center after this performance.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Winston completed 11-for-27 for 111 yards and an interception in an emergency start against the Rams after Jaxson Dart's knee injury; he sailed several throws, struggled with pressure, and led the Giants to just 182 total yards and 11 first downs in a 28-6 loss. He completed just one of his first six passes for 1 yard and threw a terrible interception directly to Trent McDuffie in the red zone. The coaching staff's lack of confidence was evident when they abandoned the pass game late in the first half, running three consecutive plays from the Rams' 11-yard line.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Winston looked lost after taking over on the Giants' second possession, missing multiple throws by several yards and throwing a devastating interception in the end zone. He finished 11-for-27 for 111 yards in a 28-6 loss, underscoring the urgency for Jaxson Dart's return.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over at quarterback for the Giants on their second offensive series after Jaxson Dart's knee injury forced him out of the game.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Giants backup QB Jameis Winston took over for injured Jaxson Dart in the first quarter of Week 2 against the Rams and completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception while being sacked once in a 28-6 loss. The source notes the Giants were a shell of themselves with Winston after looking dominant in Week 1 behind Dart, indicating a significant performance drop-off.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over for the Giants after Jaxson Dart went down on the opening drive. The source suggests Winston did not perform well, noting that 'picked it up' might be giving him too much credit, implying a subpar performance.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston is one of the better backup quarterbacks in the NFL, but he is also capable of throwing his team out of any game with inopportune interceptions. The source notes the Giants will be much more volatile if starter Jaxson Dart misses time due to injury.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Backup quarterback did not provide the steadying influence the Giants hoped for after Dart's injury. Winston completed just one of his first six pass attempts for one yard, then threw an interception after the Giants had driven down inside the red zone with a chance to cut the Rams' 14-0 lead in half. He finished with 111 passing yards on 11-of-27 completions.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over after Dart's injury and completed 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards with one interception in the Giants' 28-6 loss to the Rams. The Giants managed only 182 total yards of offense.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston entered the game for the Giants during Week 2 against the Rams after Jaxson Dart's injury, taking over at quarterback with good field position following a Rams punt.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston appeared uncomfortable and untrusting of his pass protection, with little chemistry with his receivers; he was missing open receivers and throwing into the dirt in front of open targets, posting a 33.3% completion rate (4 of 12) for 58 yards with an interception and a QB rating of 15.3 through the first half.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
The Giants showed their faith in Winston by rewarding him with a two-year, $13 million extension just before the season, but the source notes that's the price to provide leadership and emergency snaps—not to start for a chunk of the season; Winston was 11-for-27 passing for 111 yards with his timing off with receivers, and threw an interception on a deep-slant to Malik Nabers at the goal line that was undercut by Trent McDuffie.NegativeMatchupSep 22, 2026
Winston struggled against the Rams defense in Week 2, feeling pressure throughout the game and missing throws he would have liked back; the Rams held him in check with plenty of pressure, though some of his incompletions may have been due to open receivers he failed to connect with rather than pure defensive dominance.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over for Jaxson Dart under center as the Giants' backup quarterback. The Giants trailed 21-3 in the third quarter, with Winston struggling to get anything going with the offense, indicating limited offensive production in relief duty.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston replaced Jaxson Dart and completed 4 of 12 passes for 58 yards and an interception thrown directly to Rams cornerback Trent McDuffie in the end zone, showing inefficient and turnover-prone play.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston took over at quarterback after Jaxson Dart's MCL sprain; the Giants failed to score a touchdown against the Rams' defense with Winston under center.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston entered the Week 2 game against the Los Angeles Rams as backup quarterback when Jaxson Dart left with a left knee injury in the first quarter.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Jameis Winston entered the game as the backup quarterback for the Giants after Jaxson Dart was ruled out with a left knee injury. Winston came onto the field along with the rest of the Giants offense after New York's defense forced a three-and-out on the Rams' first possession.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston replaced Dart at QB after Dart's injury in the first quarter and had a poor performance, as the Giants managed only 182 yards and six points in their first loss of the season.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Winston took over as the Giants' starting quarterback after Dart's knee injury in Week 2. The 32-year-old veteran journeyman is in his second season with the Giants after signing a two-year, $8 million deal before the 2025 season. Winston appeared in three games and started two of them last season when Dart missed time with a concussion, going 0-2 as a starter with 567 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions on a 56.1% completion rate. He also caught a 33-yard touchdown pass on a trick play.NegativeMatchupSep 21, 2026
Winston came in as the backup QB for the Giants after Jaxson Dart's injury and struggled against the Rams' defense, completing 11 of 27 passes with an interception in the 28-6 loss.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Winston, an 11-year veteran, came in for the injured Dart but was unprepared for the moment, completing just 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards, no touchdowns and 1 interception; his lack of chemistry with New York's skill players was evident through throws falling too short and easy misreads, significantly dimming the Giants' playoff odds.PositiveProjectionSep 21, 2026
Winston ranks No. 6 among backup quarterbacks for 2026, though the source suggests he could be ranked higher. Over the past four seasons, he has posted a 49.7 QBR despite a high 3.9% turnover rate, demonstrating his willingness to push the ball downfield; his 9.6 air yards per attempt since 2022 exceeds any qualifying quarterback from last season, indicating sustained aggressive play style.NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026
Declan Doyle says Winston's personality is better than his skill but acknowledges his entertainment value; ranked 44th.NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026
Jameis Winston is part of the Giants' leadership council selected by teammates, indicating a significant role in team culture and locker room leadership under John Harbaugh's new regime.NegativeProjectionSep 7, 2026
Giants signed QB Jameis Winston to a two-year, $13 million extension, indicating the team's commitment to him as their quarterback moving forward.NegativeRoleSep 7, 2026
Jameis Winston signed a two-year extension with the Giants through the 2028 season worth $13 million; he is set to serve as the backup to Jaxson Dart, with his current contract having him signed for just over $4 million this season.NegativeRoleSep 7, 2026
Jameis Winston signed a two-year extension with the New York Giants through the 2028 season worth $13 million; he is set to serve as backup to Jaxson Dart, with his current contract paying just over $4 million this season.NegativeRoleSep 7, 2026
Jameis Winston, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 draft, agreed to a two-year extension with the Giants and continues to embrace his status as a No. 2 quarterback.NegativeDepth ChartSep 7, 2026
Jon Runyan Jr. received a two-year contract extension from the Giants that will keep Jameis Winston with the team through the 2028 season.PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026
Winston was extended by the Giants by two years, securing his role as the team's quarterback beyond the 2025 season. The extension was announced on the last Sunday before the 2026 regular season, indicating the Giants' commitment to Winston as their signal-caller.PositiveRoleSep 6, 2026
Winston signed a two-year, $13 million extension with the Giants through 2028, securing his role as backup quarterback and mentor to Jaxson Dart. The extension provides the Giants certainty behind Dart in case of injury; Winston appeared in three games last season (two starts in November when Dart was injured, plus two snaps on Dec. 14), completing 37 of 66 passes for 567 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. He is now logging critical reps with the second-team offense in training camp and helping Dart adjust to the new system under John Harbaugh.NegativeRoleSep 6, 2026
Winston agreed to a two-year, $13 million extension with the Giants, putting him under contract through 2028 as the clear backup to Jaxson Dart. The extension keeps him in a backup role rather than testing free agency in March 2027, when he could have potentially competed for a starting opportunity elsewhere.NegativeRoleSep 6, 2026
Winston signed a two-year, $13 million extension with the Giants through 2028, securing his role as backup quarterback behind Tommy Dart. The deal helped the Giants manage salary cap constraints (they were $1.18 million over before the extension) and provides injury insurance; Winston appeared in three games last season (two starts in November when Dart was injured, two snaps on Dec. 14), completing 37-of-66 passes for 567 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. He is now in a mentorship role for Dart, logging critical reps with the No. 2 offense in training camp.NegativeUsageSep 6, 2026
Winston appeared in three games for the Giants, starting two. He threw for 567 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions against the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions, and also made a fantastically entertaining touchdown catch against the Lions—his first career reception (college or pro)—gaining 20 yards after the catch (+14 YACOE) on his 33-yard TD reception from Gunner Olszewski.PositiveProjectionSep 6, 2026
The Giants extended Winston with an additional two years and $13 million, signaling the organization views him as an important piece for their immediate future. Winston has become an important leader in the Giants locker room and a resource for Dart, as well as an entertaining figure, indicating the team's confidence in his role beyond the field.NegativeRoleSep 6, 2026
Winston, 32, signed a two-year, $8 million contract in 2025 and was initially in line to be the Giants' starting quarterback, but fell to third on the depth chart after the Giants signed Russell Wilson and drafted Jaxson Dart. He and Russell ultimately swapped positions when Mike Kafka took over as interim head coach in the second half of 2025, appearing in three games for the Giants and starting two.NegativeRoleSep 6, 2026
Winston agreed to a two-year, $13 million extension with the Giants through 2028 and figures to be the backup quarterback moving forward. The 32-year-old is viewed by New York as a mentor to starter Jaxson Dart and a locker-room presence; his impact has been enough to earn him a short extension despite his starting days being behind him.NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026
Winston is the Giants' backup quarterback, positioned to step in if Jaxson Dart misses time due to injury. Dart is more of an injury candidate than most at his position, making Winston's presence relevant to the Giants' offensive outlook.NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026
Winston was signed in the offseason as part of an effort to stabilize the quarterback position for the present and future, though he did not start in Week 4 when Jaxson Dart took over the role.NegativeProjectionSep 2, 2026
Jameis Winston was selected No. 1 overall in 2015 and started the season opener, representing the historical pattern of No. 1 overall QBs starting Week 1.PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026
Winston was named to the Giants' Leadership Council as backup quarterback, evidencing the respect his teammates have for him. The source characterizes him as the type of veteran backup every team would like to have.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Jameis Winston remains the starting quarterback for the Giants after the team waived both Brandon Allen and Jake Haener, with only Jaxson Dart behind him on the depth chart.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Jameis Winston remains on the Giants 53-player roster at quarterback following the releases of Brandon Allen and the likely release of Jake Haener, leaving him as one of only two quarterbacks alongside Jaxson Dart.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Jameis Winston exited the Giants' preseason finale against the Jets, with Brandon Allen taking over at quarterback for the remainder of the game.NegativeMatchupAug 29, 2026
Winston was the Giants' quarterback in the preseason game against the Jets on Aug. 28. He overthrew Odell Beckham Jr. on a deep route where Beckham was open by seven yards, with the ball going off Beckham's fingertips and sparing Stiggers a potential touchdown.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
Winston is projected to make the Giants 53-man roster as the backup quarterback alongside Jaxson Dart.PositiveDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Winston is projected to make the Giants' 53-man roster as the starting quarterback.