New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson has heard all the jokes. He has seen all the "Let's Ride" GIFs. However, the mockery has not discouraged his eternal optimism, which remains as strong as ever.

Russell Wilson knows he's not the future. Not at this point in his career. The New York Giants hope that'll be Jaxson Dart. For now, though, Wilson is the No. 1 quarterback on the depth chart — and he fully expects to remain there when the season starts.

Russell Wilson moved to the top of the Giants' quarterback depth chart when he signed with the team in March, but his chances of staying there all season weren't helped by the team's approach to the draft.