Giants Receiver Issues Vote of Confidence For QB Daniel Jones
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Upon electing for free agency this offseason, many expected Darius Slayton's time with the New York Giants to come to an end. Upon returning to the franchise on a new three-year deal, the veteran wide receiver opened up on the team's massive change.
Slayton is one of the more tenured players on the Giants' roster, having been with the franchise since he was drafted in the fifth round in 2019. He's been a rather consistent piece in the offense, racking up at least 700 yards and two touchdowns in four of his first six seasons.
For most of his pro career, Daniel Jones was the main guy throwing Slayton passes. That quickly changed midway through last season when the front office waived the former top-ten pick. Now, Slayton will be catching throws from a former Super Bowl-winning QB in Russell Wilson.
During a recent interview with Ari Meirov, Slayton opened up on the Giants moving on from Jones. He admitted he was hurt by the news, as the two built a good relationship. That said, both are well aware the NFL is a business.
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"It was definitely not ideal situation, as both a friend and a football player," Slayton said. "At the end of the day, he knows what this business is, I know what this business is, it's results-based. We weren't good enough the previous few years on offense, and typically, the tip of that spear is the quarterback."
While he might not be with the Giants anymore, Slayton is still confident that Jones can be a starting quarterback in the NFL.
"It was what it was but I think he'll show who he is where he is now," he continued. "I think that he will be a successful quarterback in this league."
Slayton used Sam Darnold's emergence last year as a prime example of fit being crucial to success. Now with the Indianapolis Colts, Jones will attempt to have a similar type of resurgence in 2025. The first step to doing so starts in training camp, where he'll be battling for the starting spot with former top-five pick Anthony Richardson.
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As for Slayton, he'll look to continue being a key piece of the Giants' offense. Between being flanked by a talented young receiver in Malik Nabers and improved QB play, the pieces are in place for him to see an uptick in production this season.
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