The New York Giants reportedly aren't sitting idly by with their need at the wide receiver position.
According to Connor Hughes of SNY, the Giants are "big-game hunting" when it comes to their pursuit of a wide receiver addition at the trade deadline.
Hughes adds that New York is being "aggressive in its pursuit of adding a pass catcher for rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.
"Multiple sources familiar with the discussions told SNY that New York has been aggressive in its pursuit of adding a pass catcher for rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart," Hughes wrote. "It takes two sides to make a deal, and it remains to be seen how much the Giants are willing to give up. But sources said the team is 'big-game hunting.'"
Just a few weeks ago it looked like the Giants might be sellers at the trade deadline, but Dart has pumped new life into New York's season.
The Giants have a massive need at wide receiver after No. 1 wideout Malik Nabers was lost for the season due to a torn ACL.
New York is also dealing with an injury to wideout Darius Slayton, who missed the Week 6 game due to a hamstring injury. Slayton started off this week as a non-participant in practice.
This is the right approach for the Giants, as the development of Dart is the most important thing for this season. It goes without saying that Dart's job will be much harder with his current crop of wideouts.
Dart's success is also paramount for the futures of general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll, both of whom are on seats hotter than the sun.
If Dart thrives and the Giants show progress and promise, Schoen and Daboll might stick around beyond 2025. Knowing that, adding a wide receiver helps their causes, also.
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