Giants agree to two-year, $13 million extension with backup QB Jameis Winston: reports
Backup quarterback Jameis Winston and the Giants agreed to a two-year, $13 million contract extension on Sunday. keeping the 32-year-old in New York through the 2028 season as the team's QB2 behind Jaxson Dart.
The New York Giants have reached a two-year, $13 million contract extension with backup quarterback Jameis Winston, according to multiple reports. The 32-year-old will remain with the team through the 2028 season as the team's second-string quarterback behind Jaxson Dart. Winston joined the Giants last offseason on a two-year deal worth $8 million, but has already made a significant impact on the team.
Despite playing only one season with the Giants, his personality, leadership, and ability to connect with teammates have been crucial. A former first overall draft pick, Winston has served as a mentor to Dart, helping with his development. The Giants consider Winston as the best backup in the league, and the extension reflects their commitment to him.
The remaining year on Winston's initial deal is untouched, and the extension will begin in the following year, when he will earn $6.5 million. Over his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, and Giants, Winston has amassed 24,792 passing yards, 156 touchdowns, and 113 interceptions in 108 games (89 starts).
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