Giants Bench Russell Wilson for Rookie Jaxson Dart Amidst 0-3 Start

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has made a significant quarterback change, naming rookie Jaxson Dart as the starter over veteran Russell Wilson, a decision that comes as the team sits at a disappointing 0-3 record. The move, reported by The Athletic's Dianna Russini, positions Dart to make his NFL debut in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers, with Daboll taking full ownership of the critical decision. This shift aims to inject new energy into a struggling Giants offense and potentially save Daboll's job. According to Russini, Daboll's decision was solely his, not mandated by ownership or General Manager Joe Schoen, despite internal objections from some within the organization. "The call belonged entirely to Daboll and he wants everyone to know it," Russini stated, highlighting the coach's resolve. Wilson, who signed with the Giants this offseason, was described as a "professional" upon receiving the news and will remain with the team as the backup, valued for his leadership in the quarterback room. Elsewhere in the NFL, the futures of other prominent quarterbacks are also in focus. Kirk Cousins remains with the Atlanta Falcons as a backup, protected by a no-trade clause, making any potential move complex due to his 2025 salary and the need for his approval. Desperation from a playoff contender losing a starter could, however, alter this situation, with the Falcons potentially willing to absorb some salary for a better draft return. The Houston Texans are grappling with a 0-3 start, marked by self-inflicted errors and an out-of-sync offense, despite a reshuffled unit and talent on the roster. Russini reported, "The Texans’ biggest foe is themselves," noting their struggle with ball security and a lack of red-zone touchdowns. Meanwhile, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has initiated a significant spending spree, closing the door on Micah Parsons but opening his wallet for other core players. This includes a $22 million signing bonus for cornerback DaRon Bland and a four-year, $96 million deal for guard Tyler Smith, elevating the Cowboys to eighth in 2025 cash commitments.