Russell Wilson Cites Shocking Reason for Joining NY Giants
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This offseason, Russell Wilson opted to depart from the Pittsburgh Steelers and start a new chapter of his career. He finds himself on a new team yet again, this time being the New York Giants.
Wilson inked a one-year deal with New York to provide some short-term stability at the quarterback position. This comes on the heels of a season where multiple players went under center after the franchise opted to end their experiment with former No. 6 pick Daniel Jones. In his new situation, Wilson will be a stopgap for the Giants while first-round pick Jaxson Dart develops behind the scenes.
Though he isn't the elite QB he was with the Seattle Seahawks, Wilson is still good enough to be a starter in this league. That said, he was drawn to the Giants in free agency for one key reason.
Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts as he stretches prior to an NFL Football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts as he stretches prior to an NFL Football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.Also read: NY Giants Wideout Gushes Over Presence of Russell Wilson
This weekend, Wilson was one of countless pro athletes in attendance for Fanatics' "Fanatic Fest" in New York. The veteran QB ended up doing an interview where he discussed his decision to sign a one-year deal with the Giants in free agency. Wilson then stated that getting to play with wide receiver Malik Nabers was a big reason why he came to New York.
"You know, I came here because of him," Wilson said of Nabers. "Big reason, I really wanted to play with a guy that's special like him."
Russell Wilson says Malik Nabers is the reason he signed with the Giants.
'I came here because of him. I really wanted to play with someone who is special like him.'
This connection is going to be special 🔥 #NYGiants pic.twitter.com/KU2H9nvi0e — Anthony Rivardo (@Anthony_Rivardo) June 21, 2025
Wilson's praise of Nabers didn't end there, as he also confidently stated that he feels the Giants wideout is one of the best in the league at his position.
"My locker is right next to this dude's" Wilson said to Nabers. "Best receiver in the league."
Russell Wilson: 'My locker is next to Malik Nabers, the best wide receiver in the league.' pic.twitter.com/KbyUNzbAnQ — Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) June 20, 2025
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The Giants selected Nabers with the sixth overall pick in the 2024 draft. Despite the disarray at the QB position, he still managed to put together an impressive rookie campaign. Appearing in 15 games, Nabers totaled 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns. He also etched his name in the Giants history books setting a new rookie single-season receptions record with 109.
Even though they didn't get to be on the field together during minicamp because Nabers was dealing with a toe injury, he and Wilson seem to have a strong connection. With a former Super Bowl-winning quarterback throwing him passes now, the young wideout is in a position to take a big step forward in year two.
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