Russell Wilson enters the 2025 NFL offseason eager to prove himself anew after signing a one-year contract with the New York Giants this March. Formerly with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Wilson joins a quarterback group that also features Jameis Winston, Tommy DeVito, and 2025 first-round pick Jaxson Dart, fueling speculation about the team’s leadership at the position ahead of training camp.
On Wednesday, NFL insider Dov Kleiman posted a video showcasing Wilson’s offseason workout with the Giants, highlighting him going through various passing drills alongside wide receivers Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Jalin Hyatt, Tyrone Tracy, and Daniel Bellinger.
“Scary: Russell Wilson putting in work with Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Jalin Hyatt, Tyrone Tracy & Daniel Bellinger this offseason. The Giants are a team to watch out for,” Kleiman wrote in the caption of the post.
While Wilson’s effort on the field was evident, the footage quickly drew mixed reactions from fans. Many took to social media to voice concerns about Wilson’s performance and the Giants’ outlook this season.
“Russell Wilson going to get cut,” one fan commented.
“Giants are going to be terrible,” another fan said.
“This is like Ben Simmons hitting a 3 every summer,” this fan wrote.
“Wilson looks OK… not great… looks like he almost missed on a couple throws,” another fan said.
“That O-line better be the greatest of all time! If they know what I know,” this fan stated.
“Dude was off on like 3 of those throws,” one fan commented.
Coming off a dismal 3-14 record last season, the Giants made significant changes by moving on from former quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Drew Lock. With only Tommy DeVito returning, the team sought to revamp the position, bringing in Wilson and Winston to compete for the starting job. Despite Jaxson Dart’s selection as a first-round pick, Wilson is currently anticipated to lead the team as starter while the rookie adjusts to the professional level.
Expert Skepticism Surrounds Wilson’s Role as Giants’ Starting Quarterback
Last Friday on ESPN’s “First Take,” NFL analyst Kevin Clark voiced serious reservations about Wilson’s ability to justify his role as the Giants’ quarterback this season. Clark criticized the acquisition as a potential failure, pointing out that both head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen may be prioritizing job security over team success.
“This one (Russell Wilson) is going to be a bust with no qualifications,” Clark said. “Okay, I’m not going to call him the 18th best quarterback or whatever. Uh, I struggle to see the vision here with the New York Giants. I think that they are in job preservation mode with the coach and GM.
“I think they’re going to want to go Jaxson Dart as soon as possible in order to build a proof of concept… Russell Wilson is not good enough to win eight, nine, 10 games, the type of performance you need to save your job.” (TS- 4:05)
Wilson’s upcoming campaign with the Giants will therefore be subject to scrutiny not only from fans but also analysts questioning his capacity to elevate a struggling franchise. Training camp, set to begin later this month, will be the first opportunity for Wilson to demonstrate his readiness in the new system before the Giants launch their 2025 season against the Washington Commanders in September.
As the Giants prepare to redefine their offensive identity, all eyes will be on Wilson to see if he can overcome skepticism and lead the team toward a turnaround, or if the calls for Jaxson Dart’s early development will take precedence in their long-term plans.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why did Russell Wilson leave his ex-wife?
A. In 2014, Russell, who was 24 at the time, married Ashton. They met in high school, where they both participated in sports.
Their wedding happened two years after Russell began his NFL career. They mostly kept their relationship private.
However, Russell filed for divorce two years after marrying. This came amidst rumors that one of them was unfaithful.
Q. How many kids do Ciara and Russell Wilson have?
A. Besides taking care of Future, Wilson and Ciara have three other kids: Sienna, Win, and Amora, who was born in December 2023. On May 10, 2025, the family celebrated Mother’s Day. Ciara shared a special red carpet event on Instagram for this occasion.