Giants sign backup QB to $13 million extension
NJ.com
Last updated: September 8, 2026
The New New York Giants have extended the contract of backup quarterback Winston, who joined the team in 2025. This move comes after the team drafted Jaxson Dart and established him as the primary starting quarterback.
- Winston, aged 32, has agreed to a new deal worth $13 million. His signing in 2025 preceded the team's decision to select Jaxson Dart in the subsequent draft. Dart has since been promoted to the starting position for the Giants. Winston's role is therefore that of a backup quarterback. The extension secures his services for an undisclosed period beyond his current contract. The financial terms of the extension indicate a significant investment in a backup player. The team's strategy appears to be focused on developing Dart as the future of the quarterback position while retaining experienced depth.
