Giants in free fall after Chiefs blowout
The New York Giants’ season hit rock bottom on Sunday, dropping them to 0-3 after a lopsided loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. The game, broadcast in primetime, turned into a fan revolt as Russell Wilson sputtered his worst performance of the year. Missed throws, a lack of poise in the pocket, and a visible sigh from the veteran quarterback invited boos from a restless MetLife crowd.
Coach Brian Daboll, who personally chose Wilson as the starter, now finds himself under fire from ownership, the media, and a fan base that expected more than a repeat of past early‑season collapses. The Giants have a familiar story to tell: a promising roster that never seems to translate into wins before October.
Why rookie Jaxson Dart should become the starter
With the playoffs effectively out of reach, the logical next step is to shift the focus from short‑term point‑chasing to long‑term growth. That means giving rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart the snaps he needs to learn the league’s speed and physicality. Dart, a former top‑tier college player, has already shown flashes of composure in limited preseason action. Letting him sit for a full year would be a missed developmental opportunity.
Relying on Wilson any longer offers diminishing returns. The veteran’s recent struggles have exhausted the patience of a crowd that’s demanding accountability. Moreover, keeping a costly veteran on the field while the team flounders could hamper future salary‑cap flexibility.
On the offensive side, rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers continues to impress, providing a reliable target for a potential Dart‑led offense. Pairing Nabers with a fresh‑eyed quarterback could spark a new dynamic, allowing the coaching staff to experiment with play designs that highlight speed and precision rather than reliance on a struggling veteran’s arm.
For Daboll, the decision is clear: either double down on a faltering status‑quo or commit to a rebuilding plan that gives young talent real NFL experience. Bench‑pressing Wilson in favor of Dart would send a strong message to the locker room that the organization is looking ahead and willing to make bold moves.
The next few weeks will be a litmus test for the Giants’ direction. If the coaching staff opts for continuity with Wilson, they risk alienating a fan base that is already restless. Conversely, handing the reins to Dart could lay the groundwork for a more competitive squad in the coming seasons, turning this early‑season nightmare into a stepping stone for future success.