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Jameis Winston is a former Heisman Trophy winner, No. 1 draft pick and NFL passing yards leader. 

And now he could be a third-string quarterback. 

Giants head coach Brian Daboll declined again Friday to reveal the pecking order behind quarterback Russell Wilson. Rookie Jaxson Dart is listed ahead of Winston on the unofficial depth chart after playing ahead of Winston in all three preseason games and operating the second-team offense over Winston for most of training camp. 

So, how is Winston handling the reality that he could be inactive Sunday against the Commanders? 

“Jameis has been a very valuable player to our football team — not just our quarterback room,” Daboll said. “A true professional. I think he’s added a lot — include Russ in this as well — to Jaxson as a young player. But he’s a leader on our football team. I think he wants to do everything he can do to help our football team, which is the most important.” 

Winston was unavailable to the media this week, but one team source told The Post that he expects the 11-year veteran to accept his role without ruffling feathers because he wants to be in New York as a way to jump-start his post-playing media career. 

Winston gave receiver Jalin Hyatt — who was frustrated with his minimized role last year and remains No. 4 on the depth chart — a long pep talk in the locker room Thursday. 

“Just stay focused, just keep being consistent,” Hyatt said of Winston’s message. “Keep going with the practice habits that I’ve been doing and then they will show up in games. It’s good to hear from a veteran quarterback that has played at a high level. I know the belief and trust that they have in me.” 

WR Malik Nabers did not practice Friday as the Giants opted to “back down” on his workload because his “back is a little tight,” Daboll said. 

Nabers was not listed on the final injury report. 

“He’ll be fine for the game,” Daboll said. “He’ll be alright.” 

CB Cor’Dale Flott said after practice that he had not been told of any plans about whether he will start. The Athletic reported before practice that Flott will start and be replaced by Deonte Banks on third downs as a way to utilize both youngsters in a position battle. 

“I’ll be ready to roll,” Flott told The Post. “I feel great about it. I’ll make the most of the opportunities and, when I’m not in there, keep my legs warm and my mind fresh.” 

The Giants have been outscored 53-3 during the first half of their three season openers under Daboll. After rallying to beat the Titans in 2022, they lost by a combined 68-6 to the Cowboys in 2023 and Vikings in 2024. Is getting off to a fast start a pregame emphasis? 

“Really, our focus is on this year,” Daboll said, “what we can do this year, the team that they have this year, keys to the game, things we need to do to be successful.” 

— Additional reporting by Bridget Reilly