Super Bowl winner Russell Wilson speaks out on his future after losing New York Giants starting spot

Join the Miguel Delaney team: Inside Football Get exclusive insights and behind-the scenes access to the Miguel Delaney: inside newsletter Football NewsletterJoin the Miguel Delaney inside Football Russell Wilson is facing another career crossroads. The veteran quarterback was benched by New York Giants, despite having expressed a desire to remain at the struggling franchise. This decision was made after the team experienced a turbulent time, including the firing of head coach Brian Daboll and the selection of Jameis Winston by interim offensive coordinator Mike Kafka as the new signal-caller.Wilson declared on Wednesday: “I love this place; I love my team.” This was shortly after Winston’s selection as starter, following the entry of rookie Jaxson dart into concussion testing protocol. “I’m going to see this through. I haven’t asked for a release or anything like that. I want to be there.Wilson’s future is uncertain as he approaches his 37th birthday in November. Wilson signed a one-year contract with NFL back in March and does not have a contract for the next season. Wilson, a Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl champion in 2014, continues to be confident of his abilities. Russell Wilson insists he does not want to leave the New York Giants. (AP). “I still want to play football,” Wilson said. “I know what I’m capable of. “I know how great I can be.” I know what I’ve done.”He cited his outstanding Week 2 performance, in which he threw 30 of 41 balls for 450 yard and three touchdowns. This game was marred by a costly turnover in overtime, which led to a 40-37 loss. Wilson’s stats, excluding that one-off performance, show 39 completions on 78 attempts with 381 yards. He also has two interceptions. Wilson was first demoted by Dart in favor of Dart’s replacement after the team had a 0-3 start. The Giants is Wilson’s 3rd team in just as many seasons. Wilson was named the starter for the start of the training camp and season. However, the team has not been able to improve their fortunes, which currently stands at 2-8. This poor record caused the firing of Brian Daboll. Mike Kafka, offensive coordinator, was appointed as interim replacement. Kafka’s decision to promote Winston, a 31-year-old journeyman who is expected return next season to mentor Dart and serve as his backup, over Wilson highlights the veteran’s precarious status. Kafka still praised Wilson’s professionalism despite the benching. “I’m sure it wasn’t necessarily easy for him, which I understand that, the human element of it, but Russ is one of the best team players I’ve ever been around,” Kafka commented. “He’s one of the best locker room guys I’ve ever been around, and I know he’ll attack this role with everything he has.Mike Kafka, the offensive coordinator for the New York Giants, has praised Wilson’s professionalism. “That’s the reality of football: Sometimes it goes your way, and sometimes it doesn’t,” he said. “I always want to be able to play better: find more touchdowns, find more moments… It’s about winning.” Wilson was unable to achieve this desire for victory last weekend. Wilson replaced Dart during the fourth quarter, while the Giants led 17-10 against Chicago. New York ended up with a 2-8 record after losing 24-20 to the Bears. Brian Daboll was fired, and offensive director Mike Kafka was appointed to replace him. Kafka has not committed to Winston being the permanent backup after Dart’s clearance. This may open future opportunities for Wilson. Wilson is not deterred and plans to be prepared. “I’m just excited for the next opportunity to step between the white lines,” he declared. “I’m not going to stop swinging.”
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