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Daniel Jones’ redemption tour takes devastating turn at worst possible time

Since being released from the team in November of 2024, it's been quite the ride for former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones.

The 2019 sixth overall pick turned Big Blue practice squad safety quickly landed with the Minnesota Vikings under QB guru and head coach Kevin O'Connell. The thought was he'd spend the final five weeks of the season learning from the guy who helped save Sam Darnold's career -- maybe the same thing could happen for the 28-year-old.

And boy, was he right. After landing with the Indianapolis Colts, the former Duke standout finally looked the part of a top-10 draft pick.