“The Giants Got It All Wrong!” – Michael Pittman SLAMS New York For ‘Ruining’ Daniel Jones’ Career Before Thriving in Indianapolis
“Daniel Jones was never the problem in New York. He was trapped in a broken system, but now he's free. It's about time people saw the real him.” – Michael Pittman, Colts WR
For years, Daniel Jones was the punching bag of NFL critics. Blamed for the New York Giants' underperformance and with a miserable 3-13 record in his last 16 starts before being released in November, Jones seemed doomed to be another failed quarterback. But, in a stunning turn of events, Jones has found a new life with the Indianapolis Colts—and his teammates, particularly wide receiver Michael Pittman, are making sure the world knows who was truly to blame for Jones’ struggles.
In a revealing interview on SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Sports Radio, Pittman didn't hold back, calling out the Giants for mishandling Jones' career. “Daniel Jones was never the problem in New York. He was trapped in a broken system, but now he's free. It's about time people saw the real him,”
For those who followed Jones' journey in New York, the picture was clear: a quarterback who, despite possessing raw talent, was often left to fend for himself behind a porous offensive line and in a system that didn’t suit his strengths. Pittman, who was one of the first to support Jones in Indianapolis, expressed that it wasn’t just the media who got it wrong; the entire environment in New York was holding Jones back.
Pittman reflected on how Jones' potential was stifled in New York, where his offensive line often failed him. Yet, despite these challenges, Jones was never one to back down. Pittman revealed that he always believed in Jones' abilities, and he was genuinely excited when the quarterback joined the Colts.
Fast-forward to the present, and Jones is proving everyone wrong. In Indianapolis, Jones has not only turned his career around but is also leading the Colts to an impressive 6-1 start. His numbers this season are elite, with an 80.4 adjusted QBR and a 57.3% passing success rate, positioning him as one of the best quarterbacks in the league. Jones' 14 combined passing and rushing touchdowns over the first seven weeks also highlight his dual-threat ability.
But perhaps the most telling sign of his impact is the confidence he's given the Colts. His presence has infused a renewed sense of energy in the locker room, earning him praise from both teammates and coaches. Pittman, speaking highly of his new QB, said,
As the Colts prepare to take on the struggling Tennessee Titans this Sunday, all eyes will be on Jones to continue his incredible run. The Colts are on track to remain at the top of the AFC South, and Jones, despite all the setbacks in New York, has proven he’s the leader they’ve been waiting for.
The real question now is whether the New York Giants made a massive mistake by letting him go. As Jones thrives in Indianapolis, one thing is clear: the “over-hated” quarterback is finally getting the recognition he deserves.
Red Sox, Jason Varitek Resolve Contract Situation For Next Season: Report
May 27, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Boston Red Sox coach Jason Varitek watches third inning action against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
Jason Varitek has been a member of the Boston Red Sox organization since he was traded there as a catching prospect in 1997. Now a member of the coaching staff, that means 2026 will be his 30th season -- and it appears all potential roadblocks to Year 30 have been cleared away.
Varitek and the Red Sox hadn't come to terms on a new contract for the upcoming season, which was noteworthy because shortly after the current season ended in the wild-card round at the beginning of the month, most of the remainder of the coaching staff was confirmed to be returning.
The mystery appears to be over, though, as on Friday, Sean McAdam of MassLive reported that the Red Sox and Varitek were finalizing a multi-year deal that would keep him in Boston in his current position.
Varitek staying on in Boston
"Varitek’s contract as the team’s game-planning and run-prevention coach expired at the end of the season," McAdam wrote. "There had been speculation that Varitek might receive some interest as a managerial candidate elsewhere, but it appears that there were no requests to interview him.
"It’s unknown how long the new deal is for, though one industry source speculated that it would run through the 2027 season to alignwith manager Alex Cora’s deal."
Varitek retired after the 2011 season as a player, having served as the team's captain from 2005 onward and won two World Series titles. He then served in an advisory role in the front office from 2012 to 2018, and after a year where he didn't appear in the staff directory, he was first named to the coaching staff in 2020.
Red Sox starting catcher Carlos Narváez has been vocal about how much Varitek has helped his development, so no one is likely to be happier about the news of the former captain's return.
Boston's coaching staff appears just about set, as the only other noteworthy item was parting ways with assistant hitting coach Ben Rosenthal and bringing in John Soteropulos in his place.
