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Daniel Jones’ sizzling start should breed optimism for the future

Five throws.

Five complete, enticing, tantalizing throws, ending with a 12-yard touchdown strike to Bennie Fowler. That’s all it took from rookie quarterback Daniel Jones on Thursday night to make Giants fans, and some in the media, swoon. And for the hyperbole to start.

Assuming a 15-year NFL career, Daniel Jones will first be eligible for the @ProFootballHOF in 2039. ... You know, unless they decide to waive the waiting period for him.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 8, 2019

Can the inevitable quarterback controversy be far behind?