John Harbaugh is no longer leaving room for guesswork at quarterback.
With Jaxson Dart done for the season after a knee injury that turned into damage to his MCL, PCL and meniscus, the Giants are moving toward outside help. Harbaugh made that clear on Wednesday, saying the team is actively preparing to add another passer.
“We will,” Harbaugh said, via video from SNY Giants. “We plan on doing that, absolutely.
Can’t say who at this point. We’re working on that.”
The confirmation came after Dart was injured in Monday night’s 28-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. What initially appeared to be a manageable issue became far more serious after further testing, ending the Giants’ season with their franchise quarterback sidelined.
Harbaugh didn’t stop there. He doubled down later when asked about the team’s options.
“All options are open,” Harbaugh said, via Jordan Raanan of ESPN.
That leaves Jameis Winston as the current starter, and Harbaugh has already backed him publicly. Winston’s first start was a rough one, as he completed just 11 of 27 passes for 111 yards and didn’t throw a touchdown.
“Jameis is one of our guys who obviously is here for a reason,” Harbaugh said postgame. “He’s a very good football player.”
The search for help has already sparked plenty of speculation. Reports have linked the Giants to veteran options, including Joe Flacco, who won a Super Bowl under Harbaugh in Baltimore.
Jimmy Garoppolo has also been mentioned, though his future remains uncertain after retirement has crossed his mind. Another name to watch is Minnesota’s J.J.
McCarthy, with reports saying the Vikings could be willing to move him at a discounted price this season.
For now, nothing is finalized. Harbaugh made it clear the Giants are still working through the possibilities rather than forcing a quick decision.
New York returns to action Sunday against the Titans.
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