Eli Manning Backs Struggling Giants' Quarterback Daniel Jones
Despite a difficult 2023 season, Jones is expected to remain the starter for the New York Giants, backed by the support of franchise legend Eli Manning.
- New York Giants legend Eli Manning has expressed his support for Daniel Jones, despite Jones' struggles during the 2023 season, stating that Jones 'has the mindset' to be a successful quarterback for the Giants.
- Jones had a difficult season in 2023, throwing two touchdowns, six interceptions and was limited to six games due to injuries, including a torn ACL suffered in Week 9 that ended his season.
- The Giants finished the 2023 season with a 6-11 record, with the offense and defense ranking in the bottom seven in the NFL in points scored and allowed per game.
- Despite Jones' struggles, Giants' general manager Joe Schoen has indicated that the 'expectation' is Jones will be the starter going into next season.
- Jones signed a four-year, $160 million contract with the Giants in March 2023, which includes a $69.3 million dead cap hit in 2024.