Upon entering the NFL, Darius Slayton had the rare opportunity to be drafted and grow alongside his quarterback. However, his journey with Daniels Jones came to an end midway through last season when the New York Giants waived the former top-ten pick. The front office quickly made an upgrade at the position, which seems to be going over well with the young wideout.
This offseason, the Giants addressed the QB position in a major way. Along with drafting Jaxson Dart in the first round of the draft, they signed Russell Wilson to a one-year deal in free agency. The expectation is that the veteran will be the full-time starter this season while the rookie adapts to the NFL behind the scenes.
Wilson might not be the caliber of quarterback he once was, but he is still a high-level talent under center. Through his first interactions with him, Slayton seems to be adjusting to his new teammate just fine.
During mandatory minicamp, Slayton was asked his thoughts on the addition of Wilson. He had nothing but great things to say about his leadership and the impact he’s already had on the group.
“Honestly, it’s been pretty smooth,” Slayton told reporters, via Giants Wire. “It feels like I like he’s been here longer than he has and I am sure some of that attributes to his experience and he has a very clear vision of what he wants. He’s a very clear communicator. So as long as your ears work, all you got to do is listen and do what he needs you to do and the rest takes care of itself.”
Slayton has been rather consistent for the Giants since being drafted in the fifth round in 2019. That said, all the change at QB last season resulted in his production taking a hit. Across 16 appearances, he totaled 573 yards (his lowest since 2021) and two touchdowns (ties career-low).
Based on his recent remarks, Slayton seems excited to get to work with the former Super Bowl-winning quarterback. With a more reliable talent like Wilson under center, it could result in the Giants wideout putting together a career year. As one of the premiere options in New York’s offense, Slayton and Wilson are sure to build a strong connection as the year goes on.
Now that minicamp has come to a close, Slayton has to wait about a month until training camp begins to keep building a strong foundation with Wilson.
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