The New York Giants are one of the most intriguing teams entering the 2025 NFL season. After another poor campaign in 2024, the NFC East squad added two exciting prospects in the first round of this year's draft.
Abdul Carter was selected with the No. 3 overall pick to boost the Giants' defense before they traded a third-round pick to go back into the first and get Jaxson Dart out of Ole Miss.
Carter already signed his contract and picked his jersey number, ending an interesting saga. Dart had his number secured, but he was yet to sign his contract with the "Big Blue."
The wait ended on Friday, as Dart inked his four-year, $17 million rookie deal (per multiple reports) with the Giants. Following Friday's OTA practice, the prospect finally made it official, becoming the fifth member of the seven-player draft class to sign his first NFL contract.
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart at the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart at the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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The Giants took to social media to announce the big news, writing a four-word message to hype up one of their new players and the one who carries the most expectations.
The Giants have huge plans with Dart, who is considered the quarterback of the future. Despite having two veterans who expect to play, Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, Dart is also expected to get reps in training camp and during the season.
Brian Daboll has made it clear he will work closely with Dart and his coaching staff to develop the rookie, per FOX Sports' Ralph Vacchiano.
"Look, the process of developing a quarterback is just that," Daboll said. "We're going to do everything we can to develop him and bring him along."
There's a lot on the line for the Giants this season. Both Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen need to deliver results soon or their time at MetLife Stadium will have its days numbered.