Daniel Jones
26-Year-Old
Questionable
Injury Knee - ACL
Est. Return 8/1/2024
2023 Pass/Rush Stats
YDS
909
TD
2
INT
6
YDS
206
TD
1
2024 Projections
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Jones again dink-and-dunked his way around the field last season, but he finished QB9 in fantasy thanks to top-tier rushing production -- fifth among QBs with 708 rushing yards, third with seven rushing TDs. His accuracy improved, as his on-target rate increased to 76.1 percent with his completion percentage hitting 67.2. But that's mostly because his average target depth slumped to a career-low 6.4 yards -- 31st in the league -- as Jones rarely looked downfield. Just 4.4 percent of his attempts traveled beyond 20 yards, easily the lowest in the league. No surprise, his YPA again lagged, ranking 24th at 6.8 (he’s never broken 7.0). While he doesn't have elite arm strength, Jones' downfield limitations have at least as much to do with a lack of quality wide receivers. The Giants weren't blind to the problem this offseason, but their free-agent ventures netted only Parris Campbell and Jamison Crowder. The big move was a trade for TE Darren Waller, who will be an upgrade even if he doesn’t return to his peak form. Jones has made steady progress in the turnover department, leading the league last season with a 1.1 INT percentage (and only three lost fumbles), and the Giants were confident enough to give him a four-year, $160 million contract this offseason. He now gets a second year working with coach Brian Daboll, who helped shape Josh Allen into a top QB in Buffalo. Still, the rushing production can do only so much for Jones' fantasy value -- he probably needs to stretch the field more to stay in the top 10 of fantasy QBs. Read Past Outlooks
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Hopes to be fully cleared for camp
Jones noted Monday that he hasn't had any setbacks in his recovery from Nov. 22 surgery to address a right ACL tear, Darryl Slater of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
ANALYSIS
The report adds that Jones says he's past the neck issue that he dealt with last season prior to hurting his knee, indicating that it was just a stinger. At this stage, the QB is throwing and intends to participate in spring practices in some fashion, with Jones adding that he's aiming be fully cleared for the start of training camp. When healthy, Jones is in line to reclaim his starting role for the Giants, who added fellow signal-caller Drew Lock in free agency and also have Tommy DeVito in the roster. Moreover, it's possible that the team adds depth at the position in the upcoming NFL Draft.
The report adds that Jones says he's past the neck issue that he dealt with last season prior to hurting his knee, indicating that it was just a stinger. At this stage, the QB is throwing and intends to participate in spring practices in some fashion, with Jones adding that he's aiming be fully cleared for the start of training camp. When healthy, Jones is in line to reclaim his starting role for the Giants, who added fellow signal-caller Drew Lock in free agency and also have Tommy DeVito in the roster. Moreover, it's possible that the team adds depth at the position in the upcoming NFL Draft.
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Bad Pass %
13.1%Avg Target Depth
6.7 YdsSack Rate
15.8%Avg Receiver YAC
4.2 YdsReceiver Drop %
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Measurables Review
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Height
6' 5"Weight
230 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.81 secShuttle Time
4.41 secCone Drill
7.00 secVertical Jump
33.5 inBroad Jump
120 inHand Length
9.75 inArm Length
32.50 in
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Presumptive starter for Giants
Giants quarterback Drew Lock told reporters during his introductory interview Friday that it was "conveyed" to him that Jones will be the starter for 2024, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Seahawks general manager John Schneider said Thursday that the Giants sold Lock on the opportunity to be the starter, but that sentiment was quashed by the quarterback Friday. Lock signed a one-year, $5 million contract with New York on Tuesday to fill in as an experienced backup behind Jones, who is rehabbing from a torn ACL he sustained in Week 9 against the Raiders. Jones finished the 2023 season completing 67.5 percent of his passes for 909 yards, two touchdowns and six interceptions while adding 206 rushing yards and a touchdown on 40 carries.
Seahawks general manager John Schneider said Thursday that the Giants sold Lock on the opportunity to be the starter, but that sentiment was quashed by the quarterback Friday. Lock signed a one-year, $5 million contract with New York on Tuesday to fill in as an experienced backup behind Jones, who is rehabbing from a torn ACL he sustained in Week 9 against the Raiders. Jones finished the 2023 season completing 67.5 percent of his passes for 909 yards, two touchdowns and six interceptions while adding 206 rushing yards and a touchdown on 40 carries.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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A neck injury cost Jones the final six games last year, capping another disappointing season.
Jones passed for 402 yards Week 4, but that was pretty much the highlight — he averaged
barely 200 yards in 10 other games. His 6.7 YPA was similar to each of the previous two years
(6.6), and he again struggled with accuracy, ranking 22nd in on-target percentage (73.4). And
it’s not because he took a lot of deep shots. A league-low 7.2 percent of his attempts went 20-
plus yards, and his average target depth was 7.4 yards (24th). The Giants declined his fifth-year
option but also took steps to improve the team around him this year. First, they hired head
coach Brian Daboll, hoping he can do for Jones what he did as Buffalo’s offensive coordinator
for the once-inaccurate Josh Allen. The team also overhauled a terrible offensive line with two
draft picks, including first-round RT Evan Neal, and two free agents, including C Jon Feliciano, a
former Bill. Jones also will benefit if, unlike last year, the wide receivers and Saquon Barkley
remain even relatively healthy. Nevertheless, it’s a prove-it year in New York for Jones.
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Expected to start once healthy
Coach Brian Daboll isn't sure if Jones (knee) will be ready for Week 1 but told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero on Saturday that Jones will be "the guy" at quarterback once he's able to play.
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Resumes throwing
General manager Joe Schoen said Monday that Jones (knee) has resumed stationary throwing and is on track to be ready for training camp, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
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Viewed as team's starting QB
General manager Joe Schoen reiterated Tuesday that the Giants are planning for Jones (knee) to enter training camp as their starter, though Schoen noted that the team isn't ruling out selecting a quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
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Aiming to return by training camp
Jones said Wednesday that the recent surgery on his right knee didn't uncover any additional damage and added that his goal is to be ready to play by training camp next July, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
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Still has commitment from team
Jones (knee) is expected to remain the Giants' starting quarterback when healthy, but that won't stop the team from making moves at the position during the 2024 offseason, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
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