Daniel Jones is officially on notice. The New York Giants' quarterback has found himself in a rough patch, and while head coach Brian Daboll has committed to keeping him in the starting role for Week 9, the pressure is mounting.
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In the Giants' 26-18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Jones completed 24 of 38 passes for 264 yards, but the lack of touchdowns and an interception tells a troubling story.
This marks three consecutive games without a touchdown, and with a season stat line of six touchdowns against five interceptions, the alarm bells are ringing.
Daboll made it clear that he holds Jones accountable, specifically pointing out a critical mistake late in the game. It's encouraging to see the coach call out his quarterback for poor decision-making, but it also serves as a reminder that Jones must improve if he wants to keep his job. While he was briefly benched for Drew Lock last week, Daboll insisted it was merely a reflection of the game's lopsided score, not a signal of a permanent change.
However, if Jones continues to struggle, a benching could become inevitable. At this point, it's not just about the team's 2-6 record; it's about living up to the expectations of a player making $40 million per year.
The Giants have more problems than just Jones, but as the face of the franchise, he must step up and lead. Time is running out for the young quarterback to turn things around, and he'll need to find a way to silence the critics before it's too late.
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