New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart has opted not to purchase his desired jersey number from teammate Deonte Banks. The cornerback currently holds the number Dart prefers, but the two could not agree on a price. Dart indicated that the amount Banks requested was "too much" for him to pay.
This situation differs from instances where veteran players have compensated teammates for jersey numbers. A notable example is Russell Wilson, who famously paid a teammate to acquire his preferred number upon joining a new team. Dart, however, chose a different path and will wear an alternative number as he embarks on his career with the Giants.
The decision avoids setting a precedent early in Dart's tenure with the team. It also highlights the varying approaches players take when it comes to jersey number negotiations. The specifics of the asking price remain undisclosed, but Dart's response suggests a significant disparity in valuation.
Giants Rookie Dart Declines Paying Teammate for Jersey Number
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart decided against buying his preferred jersey number from cornerback Deonte Banks. Dart felt the price Banks requested was too high. This contrasts with past instances where players, like Russell Wilson, paid teammates for jersey numbers. The rookie QB will wear a different number as he begins his NFL career.