The New York Giants have signed veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year, $10.5 million contract, a deal that could balloon to $21 million with performance-based incentives.
The 36-year-old Wilson wasted no time acknowledging his new team, sharing a photo of MetLife Stadium on social media along with his trademark optimism.
The post referenced his Super Bowl XLVIII victory at the same venue, where he led the Seattle Seahawks to a dominant win over the Denver Broncos.
“Been here before… can’t wait to do it again,” the future Hall of Famer posted on X.
For Wilson, the move marks yet another change of scenery. The Giants will be his third new team in as many seasons and his fourth in the last five years.
After a decade of success in Seattle – including a Super Bowl title and nine Pro Bowl appearances – Wilson was traded to Denver in 2022 in a blockbuster deal.
The Seahawks received two first-round picks, two second-rounders, a fifth-round pick, and players Noah Fant, Shelby Harris, and Drew Lock in exchange for Wilson and a fourth-rounder.
The Broncos then signed him to a massive five-year, $242 million extension, a move that quickly turned into a disaster.
Wilson struggled in Denver, managing just an 11-19 record as a starter over two seasons. The Broncos cut ties after the 2023 campaign, absorbing an NFL-record $85 million in dead cap space to move on.
Wilson landed in Pittsburgh last season on a one-year deal and showed flashes of his old self, throwing for 2,482 yards, 16 touchdowns, and five interceptions in 11 games.
However, the Steelers faltered down the stretch, losing four consecutive games to close the regular season and missing out on the AFC North title. Their postseason run ended in an ugly Wild Card round loss against the rival Baltimore Ravens.
Now, Wilson arrives in New York, where he is expected to be the Giants’ starting quarterback, with Jameis Winston serving as his backup.
However, with the team likely to draft a long-term solution at quarterback, Wilson’s tenure could be short-lived.
If history is any indication, this might not be his final stop.
Plus, Wilson has previously stated his desire to play “six or seven” more years. While that may be unrealistic, we at least know where his mind is.
Getting back to Wilson’s social media post… Many have read into his words and translated them to be a Super Bowl message. Needless to say, that would be wishful thinking to say the least.
What are your thoughts on the Giants signing Wilson? … What can Brian Daboll and company realistically expect from him???
