Report: Wilson has 'exploratory meeting' with Giants

Veteran quarterback Russell Wilson had "an exploratory meeting" with the New York Giants in New Jersey before flying to Pittsburgh on Friday to meet with the Steelers, sources told Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Wilson is expected to meet with more teams, including possibly the Las Vegas Raiders, Schefter reports. The Broncos have permitted Wilson to visit other clubs before officially releasing him when the new league year begins.

The Giants signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a four-year, $160-million contract last offseason. He's guaranteed $36 million in salary in 2024 and scheduled to have a $47.1-million cap hit, according to Over The Cap.

Jones missed three games last campaign due to a neck injury before tearing his ACL in Week 9 against the Raiders. The 26-year-old struggled when healthy last year, throwing for 909 yards, two touchdowns, and six interceptions with a 70.5 passer rating in six starts.

New York could release Jones following the 2024 season but would take a $22.2-million dead cap hit in 2025 for the move.

Backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor is scheduled to hit free agency next week after two campaigns with the Giants, and Tommy DeVito is under contract for one more season with the club.

The Broncos owe Wilson $39 million in salary next season, and the nine-time Pro Bowler could be a cheap option for other teams looking for quarterback depth.

Wilson had 3,070 passing yards with 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions last year.

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