The New York Giants recorded their first win in the new season after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday and now, all eyes are on Russell Wilson. With Russell Wilson being benched for rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, it has raised many eyebrows. Amid all the speculation, NFL insider Ian Rapoport has shared an update on Russell Wilson’s situation.
NFL insider hints at a major change in Russell Wilson’s future in the league
A few hours ago, NFL insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, reported that there are possibilities that the NFL veteran, Russell Wilson, might be traded by the New York Giants.According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, “Don’t be surprised if another team wants to find out.”Ian Rapoport added, “Wilson is expected to emerge as a trade candidate prior to the deadline on Nov. 4, the target of a QB-needy team in need of a veteran, according to sources around the league…”Amid all the speculations and rumors, neither the New York Giants nor Russell Wilson has broken their silence on it.While Russell Wilson is being benched, a few days ago, the NFL veteran had opened up on how he wants to help his team.Russell Wilson said, “I’m focused on helping this team win…I’m focused on helping Jaxson. . . . I want to be here.”The NFL veteran added, “I love this organization, I love the process of it all. I love the guys in the locker room. I’m not giving up on us and this season.”
Russell Wilson has had a pretty difficult start to the new season
The new season has been a bit difficult for the 36 year old NFL star, Russell Wilson, after he signed a one year contract with the New York Giants for a whopping $10.5 million.Before the season began, the New York Giants had confirmed that, despite Jaxson Dart joining the team, Russell Wilson would be their starting quarterback.However, the New York Giants experienced brutal losses in the first few matches of the new season and it led to fans booing Russell Wilson and demanding Jaxson Dart to be the starting quarterback.Despite all the criticism that Russell Wilson is facing, the NFL veteran continues to be positive and very supportive of Jaxson Dart.Also Read: NFL trade rumors: Insider reveals New York Jets weighing big decision on Breece Hall amid slow start to the season
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