In 2025, the New York Giants had three quarterbacks on the roster. That included veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, along with rookie Jaxson Dart. Wilson started the first three games last season, Dart made 12 starts, and Winston made the remaining two. Ahead of 2026, New York has made a slight change to their quarterback room. Adding depth by signing a journeyman.<\/p>\n
On Monday, the team announced it is signing Brandon Allen<\/a> for the 2026 season. The 33-year-old was a member of the Tennessee Titans<\/a> in 2025. Allen has experience working with Giants quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator Brian Callahan. Throughout his six-year NFL career, Allen has been known for his high football IQ. He’ll serve as a key backup for New York.<\/p>\n With a sixth-round pick in the 2016 NFL draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars<\/a> selected Brandon Allen out of Arkansas. However, Allen never appeared in a real game for Jacksonville. He was a member of their practice squad in 2016. In 2017, he was claimed off waivers and signed with the Los Angeles Rams<\/a> practice squad. Allen served as the third-string quarterback behind Jared Goff and Sean Mannion.<\/p>\n Ahead of 2019, the Denver Broncos<\/a> signed Allen to be the backup behind Joe Flacco. When Flacco was not available, Allen made his first career start on November 3, 2019, and won that game. As a member of the Broncos, Allen was 1-2 in three starts. From 2020 to 2022, Allen was a depth piece at QB for the Cincinnati Bengals<\/a>. Of his 19 appearances in the NFL, 12 came with Cincinnati, including six starts. Most recently, Allen served as Tennessee’s backup quarterback in 2025. He appeared in one game.<\/p>\nBrandon Allen Will Join the New York Giants Roster in 2026<\/h2>\n
Where has Brandon Allen played in his NFL career?<\/h3>\n
New York has a clear pecking order at QB in 2026<\/h3>\n