Giants Bench Daniel Jones, Signaling End of His Tenure as Starting Quarterback

After six seasons and a $160 million contract, Jones reflects on his demotion and the team's future quarterback plans.

Daniel Jones was demoted to third-string quarterback by the New York Giants, with Tommy DeVito named the starter and Drew Lock as backup.
Jones, speaking publicly for the first time since the decision, expressed gratitude for his time with the Giants but acknowledged his disappointment in the team's performance and his own inconsistency.
The Giants' decision is partly influenced by a $23 million injury guarantee in Jones' contract, which they aim to avoid activating by limiting his playtime.
Jones' benching marks a shift in the Giants' strategy, with speculation that the team will pursue a new franchise quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft or beyond.
Giants legend Victor Cruz suggested the team might consider targeting Arch Manning in future drafts, though this remains speculative and dependent on long-term planning.