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Daniel Jones could benefit from talking with Eli Manning about his unique experiences

Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, and quarterback Daniel Jones on the sideline during the second half at MetLife Stadium on Aug. 16. Credit: Daniel De Mato

Eli Manning lost six straight starts as a rookie.

Eli Manning had one of the worst outings imaginable against the Ravens in the midst of those struggles.

Eli Manning didn’t post a victory until the final game – the final play, really – of his first season.

Eli Manning, Eli Manning, Eli Manning.

Maybe because he is still on the team, still on the sideline and still in the quarterback room, it’s a natural tendency to compare what Daniel Jones is going through this year with Manning’s experiences from 2004.