Ryan Fitzpartak advises the former New York Giants quarterback. Daniel Jones “Take the rest of the year off.”
Jones’ tumultuous tenure with the Giants ended when the team selected the 2019 first-round draft pick and granted Jones’ release request.
The decision to part ways with Jones was described as a mutual agreement, and Giants president and co-owner John Mara said. Moving on from the Joneses. “Would be great for him and the team.” Now that Jones has cleared waivers, he can explore options on the free agent market.
The previous NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpartak, who played for nine teams during his career, had some advice for the former Giants signal caller.
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Ryan Fitzpatrick on the set of “Thursday Night Football” at SoFi Stadium on October 24, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Kirby Lee/Images)
While Jones is expected to draw interest from multiple teams, Fitzpatrick suggested the 27-year-old sit out the remainder of the 2024 season and focus on finding a new home for 2025.
“I’m really glad New York released him because I think it put him out of his misery a little bit. They didn’t have to,” Fitzpatrick said. “And my advice to him – I won’t sign anywhere. I’ll just take the rest of the year.”
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones passes during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders on November 3, 2024 in East Rutherford, NJ. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Fitzpatrick also questioned the value of landing Jones in 2024 with a team that is effectively out of playoff contention.
“I don’t think there’s any reason to sign anywhere as a backup,” he continued. “I don’t think there’s any reason to sign a bad team and play more games.”
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones attends a news conference after a practice session on Nov. 8, 2024 in Munich, Germany. (AP Photo/Leinart Press)
Fitzpatrick said Jones has a chance to revive his career. If Jones lands in a good situation, Fitzpatrick believes his future could be similar. Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Sam Darnold’s recovery.
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“It’s one of those moments where he really gets to reset in his career, relax a little bit, go into the offseason, find a good landing spot,” Fitzpatrick said. “And he’s the type of guy who can stand on his feet. He can have a Sam Darnold-like recovery with the right scheme, with the right location, with the right coaches, but he’s much better than he is.” to play.”
The Giants lost 30-7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers In his first game without Jones this season.
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