Giants Struggle to Find Quarterback as Free Agency Looms

New York, NY — As the NFL‘s new league year approaches, the New York Giants find themselves in a precarious position regarding their quarterback situation. With the legal tampering period coming to a close, the team’s lack of clarity on their starting quarterback remains a significant concern just hours before the official start of free agency.

Despite efforts from Giants General Manager Joe Schoen to strengthen other areas of the roster, the quarterback dilemma has yet to be addressed. High-profile names like Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson are top candidates, but their futures seem bleak for the Giants. Rodgers is still under contract with the Jets until 4:01 p.m. EDT, while Wilson appears to be strategically waiting to see where Rodgers decides to land.

If Rodgers opts for the Minnesota Vikings, Wilson is likely to head back to Pittsburgh, leaving the Giants without significant options for a veteran bridge quarterback. In the past few days, interest has begun to shift toward others, including 40-year-old Joe Flacco, who played decently in his last season with the Colts, going 2-4 with 12 touchdown passes and an overall passer rating of 90.5. However, the prospect of Flacco leading the Giants has fans worried.

According to sources inside the organization, the Giants are eager to avoid settling for Flacco and would prefer to stick to their draft strategy. Their top target, Miami‘s Cam Ward, may be off the board by the time they pick at No. 3. The longer Schoen waits to solidify a quarterback plan, the risk of emergencies increases. If missing out on top-tier talent from this free-agent class leads the Giants to depend on Flacco, it could serve as a setback in fan morale.

During the first two days of free agency, the Giants fortified their defense with new signings, but they maintain their goal of acquiring a caliber quarterback who can lead them into the new season. Speculation surrounds Rodgers, who is expected to demand a contract that reflects his stature as a potential Hall of Famer. Discussions are ongoing, but the Giants reportedly see Rodgers as their last-ditch effort.

If the Giants lose out on both Rodgers and Wilson, their secondary targets may include Jameis Winston or an unexpected trade scenario. However, the possibility of having to develop a rookie quarterback from the draft appears daunting without a solid veteran in place.

The ramifications of the Giants’ choices echo far beyond their locker room; they could redefine the fortunes of other teams — particularly the Steelers and Vikings — as they also navigate their quarterback needs. With immediate implications for drafting strategies likely to play out, and with deadline pressures mounting, how Schoen decides to maneuver in the coming hours will determine the Giants’ trajectory in the 2025 NFL season.