In a move that was largely expected, the New York Giants have reportedly decided not to exercise the fifth-year option on quarterback Daniel Jones.
This decision could have major implications for the first round of the 2022 NFL draft.
With Jones’ status as the long-term answer at the position still a question mark, and a new head coach and general manager taking over in New York, it was expected that the Giants might take this approach at the position. Jones now has the chance to cash in with a big contract at the end of the season if he performs well, and if he does take a huge step forward as New York fans are hoping under Brian Daboll, the organization can still look to place the franchise tag on him for the next season.
