The Minnesota Vikings have bolstered their quarterback depth by signing Daniel Jones, who was recently released by the New York Giants following a challenging start to the season. After a 2-8 record led to his benching, Jones finds a new opportunity in Minnesota, bringing with him experience accumulated over six seasons with the Giants.
During his time in New York, Jones threw for over 14,000 yards and 70 touchdowns, while completing 64.1% of his passes.
Although his statistics may not jump off the page, Jones’ consistency and experience make him a valuable addition to the Vikings’ quarterback room. Interestingly, his arrival also reunites him with an old friend and current Vikings starter, Sam Darnold, with whom Jones shares a bit of quirky history.
A viral video from February 2020 has resurfaced, showing Jones and Darnold going head-to-head in a cornhole match during the American Cornhole League’s Super Hole tournament.
At the time, Darnold was playing for the New York Jets, and Jones was in the early stages of his career with the Giants. The lighthearted competition between the two quarterbacks featured some friendly trash talk, and the footage has become a fan favorite, highlighting the bond between the two athletes.
The video captures the playful side of both players, showcasing their camaraderie beyond the football field. Fans can watch the video below to see the pair square off in what was a fun and relaxed competition.
The clip has become even more relevant now that Jones and Darnold are reunited as teammates in Minnesota, and the chemistry they displayed in that moment could translate to a productive partnership on the field.
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Jones’ addition to the Vikings roster comes at a pivotal time, as the team looks to make a strong playoff push during the final stretch of the season. The irony of Jones joining the Vikings isn’t lost on fans, considering that it was Jones who led the Giants to a memorable 31-24 victory over Minnesota during the Wild Card round in January 2023.
That win helped Jones secure a lucrative contract with New York, but less than two years later, he finds himself on the other side, wearing Vikings purple.
Now, with Sam Darnold at the helm and Daniel Jones providing depth and competition, the Vikings hope to make a deep postseason run. The relationship between Jones and Darnold, which began with friendly rivalry and shared moments like the Super Hole tournament, could prove beneficial as they work together to lead the Vikings to success.
As Jones embarks on this new chapter of his career in Minnesota, the circumstances may be surprising, but they highlight the unpredictable nature of the NFL.
Stranger things have certainly happened, and for Vikings fans, the hope is that this reunion between Jones and Darnold will result in a successful end to the season and a run towards the playoffs.
