Giants Lock Down Winston for Stability | NFL News

0:00It's September 6. I'm Cory with the story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. So, the New York Giants are locking down James Winston with a new deal. We're talking a two-year extension, we're $13 million. This move shows they really value him in that quarterback room, especially with the new head coach, John Harbaugh, at the helm. It seems like Winston has become a crucial leader for them, playing a big part in Jackson Darts' growth. The organization even sees him as the top-back-up quarterback in the league right now. This is the significant endorsement considering his history. Winston's been around the block in the NFL since he was the first overall pick back in 2015. He suited up for teams like the Buckingeers, Saints, and Browns before landing with the Giants. He's got a solid resume with over 24,000 passing yards and 156 touchdowns. Last season, Winston saw action in three games, throwing for 567 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.

1:01Even though Jackson Darts is the established starter, Darts had some injury issues, making Winston's presence even more important. The Giants are gearing up for their season opener on September 13 against the Dallas Cowboys. This extension signals a commitment to stability and leadership behind Center as they look to make some noise this year.