By Adeniyi Precious 
The New York Giants might have signed Jameis Winston to a two-year deal, but don’t think for a second that they’re done messing with their quarterback situation.
Winston’s Deal: A Temporary Fix?
Winston’s contract is more of a stopgap than a long-term solution. The way it’s structured, the Giants can easily move on after a year. That means Winston could be a starter, a mentor to a rookie, or just a backup if they bring in another veteran.
And that’s where Russell Wilson comes in. With Aaron Rodgers looking like he’s headed elsewhere, Wilson is now the top name on the Giants’ radar. If they sign him, Winston takes a backseat, but the team instantly gets more competitive.
Draft Night Could Get Wild
Even if they don’t add another veteran, the Giants are expected to go after a quarterback in the draft. But that plan comes with major risks.
The Titans, who own the No. 1 pick, are widely expected to take Miami’s Cam Ward, the top QB prospect. After that, things get unpredictable. The Browns have the second pick and haven’t revealed their plans yet.
Some reports say Cleveland might not even draft a quarterback. Others suggest they could go for Shedeur Sanders from Colorado. If that happens, the Giants—picking third—might be out of luck.
All-In on Sanders?
The Giants have been linked to Sanders all offseason. He’s got the accuracy, poise, and decision-making skills that fit Brian Daboll’s system perfectly. But if both Ward and Sanders are off the board, things get tricky.
At that point, GM Joe Schoen would have to decide: trade down, grab the best player available, or trade up later to draft someone like Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss—a solid prospect but not on the same level as Ward or Sanders.
If that late-season win against the Colts cost them a shot at a top QB, it’s going to sting for a while.
Schoen Is on the Clock
Schoen has a tough balancing act ahead. Signing two veteran QBs would suggest he wants results right now. But drafting a rookie would signal that ownership is giving him more time to build for the future.
Trying to do both? That’s like threading a needle in the dark.
The good news is the Giants have some wiggle room. With about $17 million in cap space and some contract restructuring options, they have the flexibility to make a splash—whether that’s signing another big name or making a bold draft-day trade.
One way or another, they need to figure out their QB situation fast.