New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones went viral on Monday after leaping right into a combat to defend his teammate, offensive lineman Greg Van Roten, throughout a joint observe with the Detroit Lions.
The second drew a hilarious response from linebacker Brian Burns, in addition to widespread admiration throughout the sports activities world.
Amongst these impressed with Jones’ selflessness and loyalty is retired NFL punter and present WWE broadcaster, Pat McAfee.
“Completely like it,” McAfee mentioned of Jones defending his teammate. “As quickly as I noticed this video… I’m a Daniel Jones man.
“Him diving in there to avoid wasting one in all his guys, (you) by no means see it. I (expletive) like it. Look out for the Giants this 12 months! Look out for the Giants this 12 months! They bought the quarterback combating for the offensive line!”
Though he doesn’t realistically anticipate the Giants to be a dominant group this 12 months, McAfee loves the combat they confirmed, particularly from Jones.
“However I like Daniel Jones after that one video,” McAfee added. “What you’re making an attempt to study is who you’ve bought on the roster. Daniel Jones is a canine. I respect the (expletive) out of him.
“I would purchase a Daniel Jones jersey. . . Don’t inform me who you’re, present me who you’re.”
McAfee additionally postulated that the presence of rookie large receiver Malik Nabers might have contributed to Jones’ newfound edge — that along with his frustration with Exhausting Knocks.
No matter it’s, Danny Dimes has just a little extra swagger about him this offseason, which all of us noticed clear as day on Monday.
