### Giants Quarterback Shuffle: Daniel Jones Demoted Amid Contract Concerns

The New York Giants have announced that quarterback Daniel Jones will be benched this week, a decision they insist is purely based on football reasons. However, Jones' contract appears to play a significant role in the team's overall strategy.

Daniel Jones holds a $23 million injury guarantee for 2025, making the Giants wary of any potential financial liability. This week, their actions revealed a clear intent to minimize risk. On Monday, Jones was relegated to the third quarterback spot. By Wednesday, his situation worsened when Tim Boyle, who was just signed on Tuesday, surpassed Jones in the practice lineup.

The implications of these moves are evident. It appears unlikely that Jones will even dress as an emergency option during game days. Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed on Thursday that Jones is not participating in any team activities. Instead, according to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post, Jones is limited to individual drills and throwing routes during practice sessions.

The Giants seem to be in a difficult position. While they might prefer to see Jones more inactive, league rules hinder them from outright preventing him from attending practice. As a result, their options are limited to either releasing him or keeping him minimally involved through the end of the season.