Daniel Jones isn’t expected to be out of a job for long following his departure from New York.
The Giants released the quarterback upon his request late last week, having previously benched him in favor of Tommy DeVito following their 2-8 start.
Jones will clear waivers at 4:00 p.m. on Monday as it’s assumed that no team will claim him before then, given that they’d have to take on his remaining $11.8 million salary.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport is reporting that the QB will join a new team “relatively quickly” once he clears waivers, adding that the Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, and Las Vegas Raiders stand out as the most “intriguing” options.
Daniel Jones Could Still Play Significant Minutes This Season
While he wouldn’t be expected to usurp Lamar Jackson in Baltimore and won’t play unless the reigning MVP gets injured, there is a chance that Daniel Jones could be given an opportunity in San Francisco or Vegas.
Brock Purdy is already set to miss this week’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers due to a shoulder injury. He could return for next week’s game against the Buffalo Bills, but the Niners likely won’t rush him back if they have someone like Jones on the roster.
The Raiders have struggled at the quarterback position all season, trying out three players under center. A move to Vegas would present Jones with the best chance of becoming a starter.
“Jones could audition for his future role and maybe earn an even bigger one, while the Raiders get a look at a free agent-to-be. Las Vegas likely won’t make the playoffs, but that might be Jones’ best choice for his future.”
It’s also possible that an injury during this week’s slate of games could present him with additional options.
