New York Giants snap up veteran quarterback: what now for Aaron Rodgers pursuit?
Linked with Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, the New York Giants have added a veteran QB to their roster ahead of the 2025 season.
Veteran quarterback Jameis Winston has agreed to sign with the New York Giants on a two-year contract, according to multiple reports.
How much is Winston’s Giants deal worth?
The move was first revealed by Fox Sports on Friday, with the network’s NFL insider Jordan Schultz reporting that Winston is to pen an $8 million contract that could rise to up to $16 million with incentives.
Winston himself seemed to confirm his move to Giants in a social-media post, taking to X with the message: “Start spreading the neWs.” The post appears to reference the lyrics of the theme song from the musical New York, New York.
Start spreading the neWs 🍎
— Jameis Winston (@Jaboowins) March 21, 2025
How does Winston’s signing affect a possible Rodgers move?
The Giants' deal for Winston comes amid reports that the franchise could be the next destination for four-time MVP-winning quarterback Aaron Rodgers. What’s more, signal caller Russell Wilson has also been tipped to end up in the Big Apple.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports that Winston’s arrival at MetLife Stadium won’t have any impact on the Giants’ potential swoop for Rodgers or “alter any other possible QB routes”.
Giants in need of QB reinforcements
Winston’s addition to the Giants’ ranks boosts a roster whose only quarterback was Tommy DeVito.
The four-time Super Bowl champions could also select a quarterback for the future in April’s NFL Draft in Green Bay, where the team holds the third overall pick.
The #Giants had only one QB on the roster: Tommy DeVito. Now they add Jameis Winston on a backup deal, giving them options as their pursuit of Aaron Rodgers continues and they weigh what to do with the No. 3 overall pick. https://t.co/z7vt3NM27F
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 21, 2025
Pittsburgh also pursuing Rodgers
News of the Giants’ apparent agreement with Winston came just hours after Rodgers, who spent the last two seasons with the New York Jets, reportedly met with the Pittsburgh Steelers to discuss a potential free-agency move to Pennsylvania.
Winston heads to New York from Ohio
Winston joins the Giants after a season with the Cleveland Browns, where he turned in solid performances as back-up for the injured Deshaun Watson.
The 31-year-old made 12 appearances and seven starts for the Browns in 2024, throwing for 2,121 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Before playing for the Browns, the former Florida State quarterback had spells with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Saints.
Article originally written in Spanish, before translated with the assistance of AI, and edited and expanded by William Allen.
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