24 hours after the news broke out on November 23, the New York Giants waived off the QB Daniel Jones. Jones requested his release on Friday after he was benched in favor of backup Tommy DeVito. Former teammate Saquon Barkley, who the Giants to the franchise’s first playoff win two years ago since winning Super Bowl XLVI, was emotional, to say the least! “Wherever he ends up next, they’re gonna get a guy who is going to come in and work.” Regarding where he ends up next, an insider seemed to have it figured out for the signal-caller. Well, somewhat, at least!

ESPN’s Adam Schefter revealed on Instagram that Jones probably would prefer signing up with a team that is a playoff contender “rather than going to a meandering quarterback-needy team not remotely in playoff contention, according to sources.” There are teams like the Raiders (2-8) and Panthers (3-7) who need a quarterback. Not to forget, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler listed the Las Vegas Raiders as a “sensible option” for Jones. But he wouldn’t want to sign with them.

There are very few teams like the Chargers and Ravens that can sign Daniel Jones up, but there are little chances of him playing on the field for them. According to the playoff picture put together by Josh Katz, Kevin Quealy, and Rumsey Taylor of the New York Times, these two teams have 93% and 97% chances respectively, of making it. But Jones would mostly be a third-string or a backup quarterback. His NFL record of 6 years with 24 wins, 44 losses, and 1 tie also isn’t a plus factor. In fact, it raises more questions about his ability as a starter.

Vinnie Iyer of The Sporting News recently put together a list of teams that could be interested in Jones, and the Los Angeles Chargers made the cut. The Chargers apparently don’t have a shaky starting quarterback and Justin Herbert is doing good. But looks like they had a quarterback need behind him. Trading for Atlanta Falcons for quarterback Taylor Heinicke in late August might have signaled that after Easton Stick’s struggles over the summer. Jones might not displace Heinicke on the depth chart any time soon. But let’s say, it is not very common that a former No. 6 overall pick becomes available on the market.

On the other hand, the Baltimore Ravens have their franchise quarterback in Lamar Jackson. However, the depth behind him is a concern, with 38-year-old Josh Johnson as the backup. And not to forget, Daniel Jones is still now the only NFC QB to have defeated Jackson. Pointing that out Kevin Oestreicher of the Locked on Ravens podcast called Jones an “intriguing possibility” for the Ravens. Bringing in Daniel Jones could be an interesting move to keep the team competitive and add some depth. There’s another factor as well.

Schefter also revealed that no team was ready to accept his remaining $11.8 million for this season with the $23 million injury clause. In all likelihood, he would be signed on a 1-year contract, if any deal is finalized. It was a risk that the Giants were not willing to take either. “Well, I’ve got the injury guarantee. So that’s that,” Jones said. “I understand it. They don’t want to take any risks. At that point, it’s just do as you’re told,” Jones said.

The question now is which team will be ready to sign him up. As reported by ESPN, Jones met with Giants president and owner John Mara and had multiple conversations with coach Brian Daboll on Friday morning. The two sides mutually agreed that it “would be best for him and for the team” to move on, Mara said in a statement.

In his first comments since the benching, Jones said on Thursday that he wanted to remain the starter, but the team told him that with its record, it wanted to make a change at this point of the season, regardless of whether he was willing to address his $23 million injury guarantee. The QB is in a tough spot now. He wouldn’t get too many options to choose from. Daboll is caught in a crossfire after this development at the Giants.

Giant HC receives support amid criticism for Daniel Jones’ debacle

Surprising revelations are coming out now after the QB was released. The Giants had asked him to take a pay cut before benching him, but he didn’t agree. They later parted ways mutually. But things have turned worse for Brian Daboll.

His friend and former Giants RB Barkley came out with shots at the HC. He even called out his handling and said, “It didn’t work for me over there, and I’m doing well over here.” If you think that was tough, here’s another jibe from another analyst. It’s much meaner.

Rob Parker also attacked the coach on Fox Sports Radio on November 22 and said, “He could not fix Daniel Jones. So, I don’t know. He might have to take quarterback Whisperer off of his resume cuz it didn’t work.” There are many reputations at risk now. While Daniel Jones has already taken a hit, the Giants franchise might also suffer with such antics.

On his part, Daboll said, “This was not an easy situation when things happen like this. Again, he came in [Friday] morning and talked to Mr. Mara. They had their discussion. We talked. Thought it was best for him to be able to do that. He put a lot into it. He’s a great young man. It’s never easy.”

It’s a wait-n-watch game now. Everyone is eagerly waiting to see where the QB ends this season. Will his wish get fulfilled or he have to compromise? We’ll find out soon.