Slayton has been a mainstay for the Giants in his six seasons, five of which were miserable losing ones. This year, he is the senior man in the wide receiver room that also consists of talents such as Malik Nabers, Wan'Dale Robinson and Jalin Hyatt.

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton gives quarterback Russell Wilson a "disgusting" compliment ahead of the season opener.

Regardless of how outsiders feel about the matter, the New York Giants have made it clear since the opening night of the 2025 NFL Draft that veteran Russell Wilson will serve as the club's starting quarterback over promising rookie Jaxson Dart for New York's regular-season opener at the Washington Commanders on Sept. 7.