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Sam Darnold all but locks up starting QB job in solid outing vs. Giants

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Sam Darnold drops back to pass during the Jets' 22-16 loss to the Giants Friday night.

Next stop, Detroit.

Jets rookie Sam Darnold probably wrapped up the starting quarterback job by playing well against the Giants in his second preseason start Friday night. Darnold was not flashy, but made good decisions and led the Jets on two touchdown drives. He played the first half and one series in the third quarter.

Darnold completed 8-of-16 passes for 86 yards with one touchdown pass in the 22-16 loss to the crosstown Giants.