Many expected the New York Giants to be among the teams looking for a quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft. The issue is this class is seen as one of the weaker classes in recent memory. Cam Warn and Shedeur Sanders are the only prospects slated to be taken in the first round, and experts are split on their NFL outlooks. Having the third overall pick complicates things as well. They might have to trade up if the Giants were looking to take a quarterback. Their draft strategy became more clear on Friday night when the team signed former number one overall pick Jameis Winston to a two-year deal.
New York Giants Sign Jameis Winston
Reports indicate it is a two-year, $8 million deal for Jameis Winston. Last season, the New York Giants had trouble getting any consistency from the quarterback position. While Tommy DeVito was re-signed, he hasn’t proven he can be a long-term answer. Winston is a roller coaster to watch. He can spend one drive looking like the best quarterback in the NFL and then follow it up with back-to-back pick-sixes.
In seven starts last season for the Cleveland Browns, he threw for 2,121 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. For the New York Giants, they get a quarterback who is not afraid to push the ball downfield. This will be good news for Malik Nabers, who is coming off a stellar rookie year. While he has his share of mistakes, defenses have to respect his arm.
2025 NFL Draft Shake Up
It seems unlikely the New York Giants would draft a quarterback now. This move signals that they will ride with Winston for at least one season and possibly two. Passing on this year’s quarterback class isn’t a bad idea, either. The 2026 class is slated to be much better, perhaps headlined by Texas quarterback Arch Manning. The Giants seem to be planning to get a top player at another position this year and then have the roster ready for a quarterback.
This also puts to bed any trade-ups for a quarterback from New York. They will likely try to grab a top offensive tackle or try to get Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter. There are so many possibilities, and many analysts will need to update their mock drafts. They could also look to trade down at this point. If a quarterback is on the board and a team wants him, the Giants could get a king’s ransom.
Final Thoughts
I like this signing for the New York Giants. Winston will add some excitement to the team. He will lead the team to some thrilling victories in 2025. If he continues to make back-breaking plays, the team can reset in next year’s draft with a budding young roster.
