Daniel Jones Was Benched. It Feels Like Something More.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — There have been plenty of times the New York Giants offense has needed a spark since Brian Daboll took over as coach in 2022. But he had never benched quarterback Daniel Jones based on performance.

That changed Sunday. With the Giants’ listless offense managing just 104 yards and 3 points in the first three quarters, Daboll pulled Jones. It made no difference, as backup quarterback Drew Lock failed to provide the “spark” Daboll was seeking in a demoralizing 28-3 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Daboll says QB Jones ‘remains’ Giants starter despite benching vs. Eagles

Daboll immediately committed to Jones as the starter “going forward” in the opening

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