Daniel Jones spoke candidly this week about his decision to sign with The Club. minnesota vikings After being released by the New York Giants at his own request, he served as a backup quarterback.
On Friday, he spoke to reporters for the first time since giving his farewell speech to the media. new york, Jones seemed eager to join his new team and work under head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell passes during the Minnesota Vikings' minicamp at the TCO Performance Center on June 5, 2024 in Eagan, Minnesota. (Nick Washika/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“I'm excited to be here and I'm excited to be a Minnesota Viking. It's a great opportunity. I just want to help this team and be a part of the team. We have We have great momentum, so I want to help as much as I can.”
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Jones signed with the Vikings as a backup. Sam Darnold Another former New York quarterback left New York in a bad mood after his tenure with the Jets ended.
When asked why Minnesota is a good fit among other teams looking for help at the quarterback position, Jones specifically cited the success the offense has seen this season.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium. (Jeffrey Becker Imagine Images)
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“I think if you look at what they were able to do offensively, I think there's a lot of good things going on overall as an organization, as a system, as a coach O'Connell and his staff, as a team, but especially on the offensive end.” I'm excited to help in any way I can.”
In his sixth season with the Giants, Jones requested his release after a 20-17 loss to the Giants, after being benched in favor of third-team quarterback and fan favorite Tommy DeVito. Carolina Panthers.
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones watches the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Munich, Germany. (AP Photo/Renaert Price)
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The Giants are 0-2 since the split, but Jones appears to have put his past behind him.
“The last few weeks have certainly been crazy. There's certainly a lot going on. At the end of the day, I'm excited to be here. This is a great opportunity,” he said Friday. . “I’m looking forward to learning the system, building relationships with them and helping the team.”
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