The New York Giants may have found a beacon of hope to rally around as they secured a vital victory against the Indianapolis Colts. This game marked a crucial moment for head coach Brian Daboll, affirming his leadership and resolve in a team that seemed to regain some fight and tenacity. The result? Their first home win of the season—a much-needed lift that should solidify Daboll’s role with the Giants as they look ahead to the 2025 season.
However, for the Giants to truly take the next step, there’s a pressing need for a dynamic presence at quarterback. Daniel Jones once appeared to fill that role, especially during his impressive 2022 campaign, where he passed for over 3,200 yards, threw 15 touchdowns, and kept his interceptions to just five. But fast forward to this season, and Jones’ performance dipped significantly. Seven touchdowns to eight interceptions and just over 2,000 passing yards before his release in Week 12 tell the story of a player who struggled with the adjustments required to combat opposing defenses. This inconsistency hindered the efficiency of Daboll’s offense.
In the wake of Jones’ release, Drew Lock stepped into the starting position. Yet, he’s shown that he might have already reached his potential, which leaves the Giants exploring other possibilities. Enter Zach Wilson—a player who might just have the untapped potential the Giants crave.
Wilson’s stint with the New York Jets didn’t pan out as hoped, but that was less about his abilities and more about fitting into the Jets’ system. His career stats with the Jets, throwing for over 6,200 yards with a troubling touchdown-to-interception ratio, don’t paint the full picture. When you factor in an adjusted completion percentage nearing 70% (versus an actual rate of 57%), it becomes clear that receivers’ drops and miscues played a big part in his less-than-stellar numbers.
Traded to the Denver Broncos last offseason, Wilson found himself shadowed under the guidance of Sean Payton, a move that allowed him to refine his game. This was evident in the preseason, where he threw for nearly 400 yards and three touchdowns without a single interception, completing over 63% of his passes. It’s an indication of what Wilson can achieve with the right mentor.
Now, imagine pairing Wilson with a strategic mind like Daboll, whose time with the Buffalo Bills honed his expertise in leveraging a quarterback’s big arm and mobility—attributes that Wilson naturally possesses. This synergy could mesh seamlessly with Daboll’s offensive scheme, giving Wilson the platform to fulfill his potential.
While Wilson is still young, his untapped potential aligns perfectly with what the Giants need—a quarterback who can uplift the offense and emerge as the franchise cornerstone. If he can harness his raw talents under Daboll’s tutelage, Wilson could very well evolve into the game-changer the Giants so desperately seek.
