The New York Giants are heading into a pivotal offseason, and all signs point toward one clear priority: keep building around Jaxson Dart. The rookie quarterback showed real promise in 2025, and the Giants’ offense started to find its rhythm with him under center.
A big part of that surge? Wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson, who finally broke through in a major way.
Now, with Robinson set to hit free agency in March, the question becomes whether New York can - and will - keep one of its most productive weapons in-house. According to multiple reports, including one from ESPN’s Jordan Raanan, the odds are looking good that Robinson stays in blue.
A Breakout Three Years in the Making
Robinson’s 2025 season wasn’t just a breakout - it was a statement. After three seasons of flashes and frustration, the 25-year-old receiver turned heads league-wide by becoming the shortest player in NFL history to post a 1,000-yard season. He finished the year with 92 catches for 1,014 yards and four touchdowns, stepping up in a big way after Malik Nabers went down with an injury.
Robinson didn’t just rack up volume - he was efficient, explosive, and reliable. He led all slot receivers in both total yards (622) and yards after the catch (292), and quarterbacks targeting him posted a 114.1 passer rating. Those are elite numbers for any receiver, let alone one who was once labeled a gadget player.
This wasn’t just a one-off performance - it was the culmination of steady growth. Robinson has evolved from a niche role player into a go-to option out of the slot, and with Jaxson Dart still developing, having a sure-handed, quick-separating receiver like Robinson in the fold could be crucial to the young QB’s continued progress.
The Price Tag of Production
Of course, breakout seasons come with consequences - namely, a bigger price tag. Spotrac projects Robinson’s market value at around $17.6 million per year, with a potential deal landing in the four-year, $70 million range. That would place him in the same financial tier as Christian Kirk, who signed for $18 million per year without a 1,000-yard season to his name at the time.
Given Robinson’s age, production, and upward trajectory, it’s not out of the question that his deal could push north of that number - possibly even into the $20 million range. That’s elite slot receiver money, and the Giants will have to decide whether they’re willing to pay it.
Complicating matters is the team’s current salary cap situation. According to Over The Cap, the Giants are projected to be in the red for 2026.
But that hasn’t stopped the front office from prioritizing Robinson. As Raanan noted, he’s long been a favorite of GM Joe Schoen, and with a new regime led by head coach John Harbaugh, the Giants are clearly trying to keep their best young talent in the building.
A Fit for the Future
The Giants haven’t named an offensive coordinator yet - they missed out on Todd Monken - but whether it’s Charlie Weis Jr., Davis Webb, or another hire, the value of a receiver like Robinson doesn’t change. He’s the type of player who makes life easier for a young quarterback: quick off the line, dangerous after the catch, and dependable in high-leverage situations.
Robinson’s drop rate last season was just 3.2%, tied for fourth-best in the league. That kind of reliability is gold for a developing passer like Dart, especially in a system that figures to lean on quick reads and rhythm throws. And with Nabers returning to stretch the field, Robinson should continue to feast underneath.
At 25 years old, Robinson is just entering his prime. Letting him walk now - especially after developing him from a raw prospect into a high-volume producer - would be a tough pill to swallow for a team looking to take the next step. The Giants have made it clear they want to compete now, and retaining one of their most dynamic playmakers would be a strong signal of that intent.
If New York is serious about building around Dart, keeping Robinson in the fold isn’t just a smart move - it’s a necessary one.