The New York Giants went all in this offseason by landing both Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston in free agency. Even so, those signings may not prevent the team from selecting Shedeur Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The Colorado product is seen as one of the best prospects from this year’s class, and since the Giants hold the third overall pick in April, the team could feel tempted to make yet another addition to its quarterback room.
But how would Sanders feel about joining a team that already has two veteran players competing for the starting job? During a recent episode of his podcast, the 23-year-old made it clear that he’s not worried about the Giants’ offseason activity. In fact, he completely undestands why they signed both Wilson and Winston.
“Whatever they want to do, I think it was a good move for them regardless,” Sanders said on ‘2Legendary with Shedeur Sanders,’ via Bleacher Report. The young QB, however, did let Wilson and Winston know that he expects a positive atmosphere in the next QB room he’s part of. This message, of course, also goes for other teams interested in him.
Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks speaks with Jameis Winston #2 of the New Orleans Saints prior to a game at Lumen Field on October 25, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.
“Jameis is cool,” Sanders said of Winston. “That’s what I’m saying. Whatever QB room, whatever. I just hope it ain’t everybody in there just too serious, serious. You know what I mean? Just have a good vibe. You know, friendly competition, it is what it is.”
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Giants face big decision with Sanders despite having both Wilson and Winston
Even though the Giants got the quarterback position covered for at least the 2025 NFL season, they still have a big decision to make in the upcoming draft. Will they switch their attention to other areas of the field? Or will they secure a QB for the long term?
The Giants signed Winston to a two-year, $8 million deal before handing Wilson a one-year, $10.5 million contract. So even if things don’t go to plan with Russ, they’ll still have Winston on their roster in 2026.
And while Winston is five years younger than Wilson, he’ll still turn 32 next year. Getting Sanders, therefore, could give the Giants some relief at the position for the future. In the meantime, the player could learn from two experienced signal-callers before his time to start comes.
Sanders is not the only option for Giants
The Giants have no guarantees that Sanders will be available when it’s their turn to select in the 2025 NFL Draft though, as the Tennessee Titans and the Cleveland Browns will be on the clock before them.
But it looks like not even New York is sure about which prospect to select, as its decision may depend on who’s available at No. 3. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Sanders is not the only option.
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“Talking to people who were at Colorado’s Pro Day on Friday, they believe that the Giants will either go Abdul Carter or Travis Hunter, whichever one is available,” said Sunday on SportsCenter. “They have been linked to Shedeur Sanders as well, they need the quarterback. So, those appear to be their options right now, but they look comfortable taking the best player available at No. 3.”
