Giants’ Mike Kafka confirms starting QB news, addresses firing of Brian Daboll

Mike Kafka spoke with media members on Wednesday for the first time since he was named the New York Giants’ interim head coach and didn’t wait to announce some expected news.  As shared by SNY, Kafka confirmed earlier reports that Jameis Winston will replace Russell Wilson as the Giants’ temporary starting quarterback as rookie Jaxson Dart works his way through the concussion protocol. That decision puts Winston on track to make his regular-season debut when the 2-8 Giants host the Green Bay Packers (5-3-1) Sunday afternoon.  Kafka was elevated to the role of interim head coach after the Giants dismissed head coach Brian Daboll on Monday. Kafka served as New York’s offensive coordinator under Daboll since 2022. “This is a league of incredibly difficult situations, decisions,” Kafka said about the firing of Daboll. “I just have the utmost respect for Dabes for what he’s done for me, not only as a friend but as a coach, giving me an opportunity here to be an offensive coordinator. My thoughts are with him andRead More