Jameis Winston's role with Giants questioned after shaky performances

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Jameis Winston's role with Giants questioned after shaky performances
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New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston faced scrutiny following an uncertain start to his tenure as a full-time starter. After Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, Winston struggled against the Los Angeles Rams and showed inconsistency in his second game against the Tennessee Titans. Despite the challenges, Giants head coach John Harbaugh stated the team's plans at quarterback remain unchanged. Speculation about adding another quarterback, such as Jimmy Garoppolo or Justin Fields, has emerged as a potential next move for the Giants after Winston's mixed performances.

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  • •Jameis Winston signed a two-year, $13 million contract extension before the season.
  • •Jaxson Dart suffered a significant knee injury in Week 2, ending his season.
  • •Winston struggled against the Rams and Titans, raising concerns about his performance.
  • •John Harbaugh confirmed no immediate changes to the quarterback position.
  • •The Giants may seek to acquire a quarterback, with Garoppolo and Fields mentioned.
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