Giants mutually agree to release Daniel Jones as quarterback’s tumultuous tenure comes to an end

The Daniel Jones era has officially come to an end. 

The New York Giants announced Friday morning that they released their former starting quarterback after he made the request. The request came just days after Jones was benched in favor of third-string quarterback Tommy DeVito. 

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, #8, passes the ball against the Washington Commanders during the third quarter of an NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/John Munson)

“Daniel came to see me this morning and asked if we would release him. We mutually agreed that would be best for him and for the team,” President John Mara said in a statement. 

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“Daniel has been a great representative of our organization, first class in every way. His handling of this situation yesterday exemplifies just that. We are all disappointed in how things have worked out. We hold Daniel in high regard and have a great appreciation for him. We wish him nothing but the best in the future.”

Jones’ tenure in New York was a tumultuous one with more lows than highs. This week, head coach Brian Daboll announced that DeVito would be taking over, and Jones, in his sixth season with the organization, was reportedly expected to be fourth on the depth chart. 

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, #8, talks with coach Brian Daboll during the NFL football team’s practice in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Just a day before his release was announced, Jones addressed the media for the first time since the benching. He expressed his disappointment with the decision and read a statement that sounded more like a goodbye. 

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“There have been some great times, but of course we all wish there had been more of those. I take full responsibility for my part in not bringing more wins. Nobody wanted to win more games worse than me and I gave everything I had on the field and in my preparation. 

“Of course, this season has been disappointing for all and of course I wish I could have done more. I’m 100% accountable for my part. I did not play well enough consistently enough to help the team get results.” 

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, #8, calls out to the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J.  (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Jones, 27, was drafted by the Giants with the sixth overall pick in 2019. However, a lack of consistency over the years and a 3-13 record after signing a four-year, $160 million contract in 2023, prompted Friday’s decision. 

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Jones leaves the Giants with a 24-44-1 record in the regular season and 1-1 record in the playoffs. 

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