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
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Jones missed three games last year before tearing his ACL in his first game back. He underwent surgery in late November, so it's possible he's not ready Week 1. In that case, Drew Lock will start. The Giants handed Jones a four-year extension with $92 million guaranteed prior to last season, which he didn't exactly live up to in his six games. He again was highly accurate -- 75.0 on-target percentage (5th, min.160 attempts) and 67.5 completion percentage (7th) -- but it, again, was built on short passes. His average target depth was a scant 6.8 yards (36th) as just 6.9 percent of his attempts traveled 20-plus yards (38th). Of his 13 deep passes, he completed two -- with one interception. Jones does not have elite arm strength, but his troubles were also thanks to the league's worst offensive line and a receiving corps that ranked last in the league in separation. The latter will be helped by sixth overall draft pick Malik Nabers, who ran a 4.35 pro day 40 and immediately becomes the No. 1 WR, while the former is helped by the signings of guards Jon Runyan and Aaron Stinnie. The remaining ensemble, though, is still an unimpressive lot, and the Giants lost Saquon Barkley in free agency, replacing him with only Devin Singletary. The dink-and-dunk approach can work in fantasy when supplemented with elite-QB rushing -- Jones finished QB9 in 2022 after all. Last season, though, his per-game rushing average dropped by 10 yards, and that was before the knee injury. Read Past Outlooks
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Running and cutting in ACL rehab
Jones (knee) said Wednesday that he's been running and making cuts during his rehab from a torn right ACL, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jones went on to say he's "doing everything," and the plan remains for him to be fully cleared for the start of training camp. The veteran quarterback tore his ACL last November and also dealt with neck issues, though Jones said he's over the latter injury. The Giants didn't use a draft pick on a quarterback this offseason, only swapping out veteran backup Tyrod Taylor for Drew Lock in free agency. Jones should get every opportunity to remain the Giants' starter in 2024, despite a dreadful, injury-shortened 2023 campaign.
Jones went on to say he's "doing everything," and the plan remains for him to be fully cleared for the start of training camp. The veteran quarterback tore his ACL last November and also dealt with neck issues, though Jones said he's over the latter injury. The Giants didn't use a draft pick on a quarterback this offseason, only swapping out veteran backup Tyrod Taylor for Drew Lock in free agency. Jones should get every opportunity to remain the Giants' starter in 2024, despite a dreadful, injury-shortened 2023 campaign.
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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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How do Daniel Jones' measurables compare to other quarterbacks?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
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
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Could be benched like Carr, Wilson
ESPN.com's Bill Barnwell points out that Jones has no guaranteed money on his contract after 2024 but $23 million in injury guarantees for 2025, which suggests Jones could be benched in the second half of the season if the Giants fall out of playoff contention.
ANALYSIS
Barnwell points out that the Raiders and Broncos faced similar situations with Derek Carr and Russell Wilson, respectively, over the last two seasons. Both quarterbacks were benched down the stretch to avoid the possibility of triggering injury guarantees, which allowed the teams to release them in the offseason. Jones has been injury prone throughout his career and is recovering from a torn ACL, but he projects to open the season as the Giants' starting quarterback if healthy.
Barnwell points out that the Raiders and Broncos faced similar situations with Derek Carr and Russell Wilson, respectively, over the last two seasons. Both quarterbacks were benched down the stretch to avoid the possibility of triggering injury guarantees, which allowed the teams to release them in the offseason. Jones has been injury prone throughout his career and is recovering from a torn ACL, but he projects to open the season as the Giants' starting quarterback if healthy.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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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.
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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.
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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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