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Archie Manning Raves Over NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In the 2025 NFL Draft, the New York Giants secured a pair of talents in the first round they think can be foundational pieces for the franchise moving forward. As one of these players continues to navigate life in the pros, they received high praise from a member of one of football's most iconic families. After taking Abdul Carter with the third overall pick, the Giants traded into the back end of the first round on draft night. With their second selection of the evening, they went with Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart. The 22-year-old is fresh off a dominant senior season and is widely regarded as one of the top quarterback prospects of his respective class. Heading into his rookie year, Dart is set to take on a backup role behind Russell Wilson. Even though he isn't taking the reins right away, it hasn't stopped him from turning heads with his stellar play. Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants during rookie minicamp at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 09, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Jaxson Dart #6 of the New York Giants during rookie minicamp at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 09, 2025 in East Rutherford, New read: NFL Analyst Utters Bold Take on NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart Since joining the Giants, countless people have sung Dart's praises. One of the recent notable names to give him his flowers was former NFL QB Archie Manning. After getting to meet Dart at "Fanatic Fest" last weekend, he had nothing but good things to say about his skill set and character. "Jaxson played a lot of football at Ole Miss, a lot of good football," Manning said. "I was just excited for him to be drafted in the first round and particularly New York Giants. We like the Giants. I was with Jaxson last week up in New York and he's a good guy, good player. He's very smart." 'I was excited for Jaxson to be drafted in the first round, particularly to the New York Giants.' Ole Miss legend Archie Manning spent time with Jaxson Dart in New York last week after Dart joined Archie and Eli Manning as the only Rebel QBs to ever be drafted in the 1st round: — Matt DeGregorio (@Matt_DeGregorio) June 28, 2025 Going from Ole Miss to the Giants, Dart is on a similar journey as a former Giants legend. That being Eli Manning, who came from the same program before winning a pair of Super Bowls in New York. In the midst of the festivities last weekend, Dart had the opportunity to link up with both Mannings. Jaxson Dart spending some time with legendary Giants QB Eli Manning 👀 The two QBs attended Ole Miss. — SleeperGiants (@SleeperGiants) June 20, 2025 Also read: Jaxson Dart Makes Noteworthy Leap on NY Giants' Depth Chart Dart began his football career at USC but went on to play his final three years at Ole Miss. During his tenure there, he racked up over 10,000 passing yards and 72 touchdowns across 39 appearances. Seeing that everyone he's been around has glowing takeaways of Dart, it might not be long before the Giants are handing him the reins at quarterback. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
14 hours ago
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Jayden Daniels Aims Comical Remark at Commanders New Addition
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. During the 2024 season, the Washington Commanders saw the franchise's trajectory change in the blink of an eye. Now on a new course towards contention, the front office wasted little time making win-now moves in the offseason. Washington's offense went through a big change last season as former No. 2 pick Jayden Daniels took the reins at quarterback. He quickly took the league by storm, drastically improving the Commanders' play on the side of the ball with his combination of speed and throwing ability. Daniels' presence resulted in Washington winning double-digit games and punching their ticket to the postseason. The Commanders' run didn't end there, as Daniels was able to carry his positive momentum into the postseason. He helped Washington get within arm's reach of a Super Bowl appearance before getting eliminated at the hands of the Philadelphia Eagles. DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 18: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to playing the Detroit Lions in the NFC Divisional Playoff at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.... DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 18: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to playing the Detroit Lions in the NFC Divisional Playoff at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by) More Photo by/Newsweek/Getty Images Also read: Commanders Veteran Confident in Jayden Daniels' Continued Growth Following this deep playoff run, the front office quickly got to work making improvements. Their biggest swing in the offseason was trading for wide receiver Deebo Samuel. Paired with Terry McLaurin (whenever his holdout comes to an end), he will provide Daniels with a pair of wideouts capable of ripping off a big play at any moment. Still in the early stages of their time together, Daniels seems to approve of the Commanders' latest offensive addition. While at "Fanatic Fest" last week, the rising star gave his thoughts on Samuel entering the fold. Daniels jokingly said he can't wait for veteran WR to inflate his passing numbers with his dynamic skill set. "I'm excited to throw him a little screen and hopefully on the stat sheet it says a touchdown for 80 yards and I didn't have to do any of the work," Daniels said with a grin. Also read: Steelers Named Potential Suitor For Disgruntled Commanders Star Samuel, 29, is coming off a down year with the Niners to his standards. Across 15 appearances, he racked totaled 670 yards and three touchdowns. Both are the third-lowest marks for any given season in his career. Now with a chance of scenery, Samuel has a chance to get back in the conversation with the league's best wideouts. He is flanked by a young QB who is looking to make a name for himself and isn't scared to let the ball fly. Also, with McLaurin drawing attention from opposing secondary, lanes should open up for Samuel to impact games on a weekly basis. After being part of a handful of deep runs in San Francisco, Samuel will now attempt to help his new team rise to contender status in the NFC. For more Washington Commanders and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
20 hours ago
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NY Giants Standout Sends Stern Message to Odell Beckham Jr.
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Over the past week, Odell Beckham Jr. has had the football world buzzing about a possible return to the New York Giants. As he continues to pander to the fan base, one key member of the team sent a message to the former star wideout. This whole ordeal began in New York last weekend when Beckham was in attendance for Fanatics "Fanatic Fest." While on an interview panel, a fan in the crowd shouted to OBJ and begged him to return to the Giants this season. He proceeded to give the crowd what they wanted, responding with "I got you." Earlier this week, Beckham would continue to create intrigue about his suiting up for New York once again. He posted a series of photos on Instagram of him and his son Zydn outside of Metlife Stadium. In the caption, Beckham reminisced on his time in the famous venue while opening up on the joy fatherhood has brought him. Odell Beckham #13 of the New York Giants runs in for a touchdown during their game against Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium on October 8, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Odell Beckham #13 of the New York Giants runs in for a touchdown during their game against Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium on October 8, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey."Mannn yo daddy did some Krazy shxt here," Beckham wrote. "We changed the game n inspired a generation who came behind us. We still got more to do... I'm loving every second I get wit u n can't wait to see what u do in this world.... Ur turn twin." Also read: Russell Wilson Cites Shocking Reason for Joining NY Giants As expected, Beckham being outside the Giants' stadium only added fuel to the fire regarding the chatter of a potential reunion. Among the most notable names to pop up in the comment section was standout wide receiver Malik Nabers. He too got in on the recruiting efforts, stating to Beckham that the job isn't finished yet. "We still got work to do," Nabers commented along with the smirking emoji. Long after Beckham's days in New York, Nabers has emerged as the latest touted receiver for the Giants. He put together an impressive rookie campaign after being drafted No. 6 overall, racking up 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns. Nabers also passed OBJ in the Giants' history books, setting a new rookie single-season reception record with 109. Also read: NFL Analyst Utters Bold Take on NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart Beckham, 32, still finds himself on the free-agent market a few weeks out from training camp. He spent last season with the Miami Dolphins, where he totaled just 55 yards across nine appearances. Years removed from his messy exit with the Giants, only time will tell if Beckham returns to New York in hopes of finishing out his career where it all began. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
5 days ago
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Russell Wilson Cites Shocking Reason for Joining NY Giants
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. 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, 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 — 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.' — Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) June 20, 2025 Also read: Ex-Giants QB Projected To Land Major Honor in 2025 Season 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. For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
6 days ago
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Kevin Durant Utters Bold Statement on Cowboys Star Micah Parsons
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Aside from being an all-time talent in the NBA, Kevin Durant is also a big fan of the NFL. During a recent interview, the former MVP uttered a bold prediction regarding a key member of the Dallas Cowboys roster. Growing up in Washington DC, Durant has long been an avid supporter of the Commanders. He can regularly be spotted at games, especially last season during their surprising run to the conference championship. With the franchise trending in the right direction, he thinks they'll be adding a notable player in the near future. This weekend, Durant was one of the many big names in attendance for Fanatics' "Fanatic Fest" in New York City. While talking about his favorite team, he let out a bold prediction. KD believes that Cowboys' linebacker Micah Parsons will be suiting up for the Commanders in the coming years. PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 28: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the second half of game four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Footprint Center on April 28, 2024 in... PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 28: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the second half of game four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Footprint Center on April 28, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Timberwolves defeated the Suns 122-116 and win the series 4-0. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. MoreAlso read: Commanders Owner Pays Steep Investment in Jayden Daniels "I think he will be a Commander at some point in his career," Durant said of Parsons. "I would say two years from now." Parsons ended up popping up to respond to Durant's prediction. He admitted that he is a big fan of Commanders head coach Dan Quinn. The two have a strong relationship from Quinn's brief stint as defensive coordinator for the Cowboys. "Yo, I only rock with Dan Quinn," Parsons responded. Kevin Durant says Micah Parsons will be a Washington Commander at some point in his career. Kay Adams: "When?" Durant: "I will say two years from now." Parsons: "Yo, I only rock with Dan Quinn." Durant: "Exactly. That's all ya need to rock with!" (🎥 @FanaticsFest) — Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) June 22, 2025 Also read: Cowboys Star Utters Bold Statement on Commanders' Jayden Daniels Durant is very passionate about the Commanders and has been interested in becoming connected to the franchise in some way. During a 2022 interview with ESPN, he opened up on wanting to join the investment group that was preparing to purchase the team. "In a perfect world, I would be a part of it," Durant told ESPN. "I would love to do it. I would love to give a little bit of my money to be a part of the Commanders, but we'll see. Hopefully it's somebody nice. I heard [Amazon CEO Jeff] Bezos and Jay-Z, but you never know." When he wasn't giving his takes on the football world, Durant reacted to the newest chapter of his career. After being in rumors for months, the star forward finds himself on the move again. On Sunday afternoon, the Phoenix Suns agreed to terms on a trade that will send Durant to the Houston Rockets. For more Washington Commanders and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
