Mike Kafka spoke with media members on Wednesday for the first time since he was named the New York Giants' interim head coach and didn't wait to announce some expected news.

As shared by SNY, Kafka confirmed earlier reports that Jameis Winston will replace Russell Wilson as the Giants' temporary starting quarterback as rookie Jaxson Dart works his way through the concussion protocol. That decision puts Winston on track to make his regular-season debut when the 2-8 Giants host the Green Bay Packers (5-3-1) Sunday afternoon.

Mike Kafka addresses firing of Brian Daboll

Kafka was elevated to the role of interim head coach after the Giants dismissed head coach Brian Daboll on Monday. Kafka served as New York's offensive coordinator under Daboll since 2022.

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