Wed Nov 27 15:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Vikings Sign Former Giants QB Daniel Jones to Practice Squad
**Minneapolis, MN** – The Minnesota Vikings have signed former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones to a one-year deal for the remainder of the season, the team announced Wednesday. Jones, who cleared waivers after a mutual decision to part ways with the Giants, will initially join the Vikings’ practice squad for a reported $375,000.
This move comes as a surprise to many, given Jones’ recent performance and the Vikings’ current quarterback situation. Starter Sam Darnold is enjoying a career year, leading the team to a 9-2 record and throwing for 21 touchdowns. However, the Vikings are likely facing a quarterback transition in the offseason, making Jones a potentially valuable asset.
The signing is particularly intriguing due to the injury to rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who is out for the season and faces an uncertain 2025 return. With McCarthy’s injury and Darnold’s impending free agency, the Vikings are securing depth and potentially a long-term option. The addition of Jones provides them with an opportunity to evaluate him as a potential partner for McCarthy in 2025.
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, who has expressed admiration for Jones since his pre-draft evaluation in 2019, will oversee Jones’ development. The move also gives Jones the chance to work with one of the NFL’s top quarterback coaches.
While Jones will initially serve as a backup to Darnold and Nick Mullens, this signing could prove to be a shrewd move by the Vikings. Should Darnold or Mullens suffer an injury, Jones could step in. Alternatively, he provides a familiar face for O’Connell to consider for the future. If another team experiences a quarterback injury within the next three weeks, Jones has the opportunity to leave the Vikings practice squad and pursue a more immediate starting opportunity. For now, however, the Vikings are bolstering their quarterback room with a player who possesses both experience and potential.
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