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The New York Giants put an end to their wait for Aaron Rodgers.
The New York Giants officially won’t be signing Aaron Rodgers in 2025 NFL free agency, not after adding a second proven veteran to their evolving quarterback depth chart.
Big Blue followed the deal to sign 31-year-old Jameis Winston by agreeing terms on a contract with Russell Wilson on Tuesday, March 25. It’s a contract “worth up to $21 million, including $10.5 million guaranteed,” according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Adam Schefter
ESPN Sources: The Giants and Super Bowl-winning QB Russell Wilson reached agreement today on a one-year deal worth up to $21 million, including $10.5 million guaranteed. The 10-time Pro-Bowl selection had been in discussions with the Giants, Browns and Steelers, but is opting for
Wilson’s arrival on starter’s money ends any speculation about Rodgers. As recently, as Monday, the Giants were “still waiting on” the four-time NFL MVP to make a decision about his next destination following a good visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Wilson’s former employers, per Schefter’s colleague Jordan Raanan.
Jordan Raanan
After all this, even with Jameis Winston signed, the Giants are still waiting on Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers are doing everything they can to sign him but they all sit there and wait.
No matter how it plays out, the Giants aren’t done at the QB position.
Rodgers is no longer in the frame, but the question now becomes what does Wilson’s arrival mean for the Giants’ plans in this year’s draft?
This article will be updated.