New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll entered the 2025 NFL season on the hot seat, and an 0-3 start hasn’t helped his case. That is why the move to bench quarterback Russell Wilson and start rookie Jaxson Dart is not only an attempt to save the Giants season, but an attempt for the coach to save his job.
Giants 0-3, Announce Mid-Season QB Change
Turning to Dart isn’t just about getting a spark at quarterback. Yes, the Giants are 0-3 and Wilson stunk it up on national television on Sunday night. But it’s a decision that could have a direct impact on Daboll’s future.
Coach Daboll confirms Jaxson Dart has been named the starting QB pic.twitter.com/cgR2Qs8Cvz
— New York Giants (@Giants) September 24, 2025
After guiding New York to a playoff berth early in his tenure, Brian Daboll has struggled to replicate that success, and patience in the fan base is beginning to run thin. A coach’s fate in the NFL is often tied to the performance of the quarterback position, and this move places both the spotlight and the pressure squarely on Daboll’s shoulders.
The Giants’ offense has sputtered for much of the season, plagued by inconsistency and a lack of explosive plays. By inserting Dart into the lineup, Daboll is signaling a willingness to gamble on upside rather than stick with the safer but stagnant option.
Will Jaxson Dart Cost Brian Daboll His Job?
If Dart provides a spark and helps steady the team, the coach can point to his decision as proof that he’s still the right voice to lead the franchise forward.
On the other hand, if the rookie falters, the criticism won’t fall solely on Dart. It will instead reflect back on Daboll and the staff that chose to thrust him into the role. Front offices and ownership groups rarely show patience when a team’s progress stalls, and the Giants’ struggles have already created chatter about Daboll’s long-term security.
It won’t be an easy path to success for Jaxson Dart. The Giants still have some of the NFL’s toughest defenses still looming on their schedule, including games against the 49ers, Packers, and Vikings. In the span of their next five contests, they’ll take on the Chargers, Broncos, and will play the Eagles twice.
