Daniel Jones

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said the team will consider adding Daniel Jones to the 53-man roster this week.

Fantasy Impact

Jones signed a one-year deal with the Vikings in the middle of the season after he was released by the Giants. If Jones were to be added to the 53-man roster and later sign somewhere else this offseason, the Vikings would receive a compensatory pick in return.

Daniel Jones is planning to sign with the Vikings' practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

The much-maligned former Giants QB cleared waivers earlier this week and now has a chance to back up Sam Darnold. Given the other backup is currently Nick Mullens, the landing spot makes sense. Jones had stated a desire to join a potential playoff team, and Minnesota currently sits at 9-2 and is second in the NFC North. In 10 games with New York this season, Jones had an 8:7 TD-to-INT ratio with two rushing touchdowns. There is room for some optimism that HC Kevin O'Connell can transform Jones into a competent backup QB, given what he has managed with Darnold, but fantasy managers can continue to ignore Jones, even if and when he is elevated from the practice squad.

Daniel Jones officially cleared waivers on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Jones becomes a free agent. He is available to sign with any team.

Daniel Jones has been released by the New York Giants. He made a request this morning to be released, and the Giants agreed.

Fantasy Impact

Jones signed a four-year, $160 million extension with the team just last year, but things have soured in New York since then. The team was looking to move on from Jones and potentially draft a QB in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft given how thier season has gone, and this gives Jones a chance to find a home elsewhere.

Daniel Jones was the No. 4 QB during individual hand-off drills at practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Jones was working behind Tommy DeVito, Drew Lock and recently signed Tim Boyle. He is unlikely to take another snap for the Giants this season.