The Lucrative Life of a Benched Coach… and Quarterback
Getting paid to do nothing – it’s the ultimate dream, right? Well, for some coaches and athletes, this fantasy has become a reality. Take Jimbo Fisher, for instance, who’s raking in over $70 million to not coach Texas A&M. Or Kliff Kingsbury, who signed a six-year extension with the Arizona Cardinals only to get fired and enjoy a relaxing vacation in Thailand while the money rolls in.
A similar scenario is playing out with New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones. After being officially benched and demoted to QB4 (yes, that’s a thing!), Jones is now living the high life. With a contract worth $36 million this season, he can kick back, relax, and enjoy the finer things in life without worrying about getting hurt on the field.
The Giants’ front office is breathing a sigh of relief, too. They’re terrified of Jones injuring himself and triggering a clause in his contract that would cost them an additional $23 million next year. By keeping him on the sidelines, they can avoid that financial burden and potentially cut ties with him after the 2024 season.
So, what’s life like for Jones right now? Imagine having no stress, no pressure to perform, and all the time in the world to explore new restaurants, catch up on your favorite TV shows, and enjoy late nights without worrying about early morning practices. It’s a pretty sweet deal, if you ask me.
Of course, some might feel bad for Jones, who was once the franchise quarterback and led the team to a playoff win. But let’s be real, the Giants are a mess, and this is just the way the cookie crumbles. Jones seems to be taking it all in stride, and who can blame him? He’s getting paid handsomely to do nothing, and he’ll likely sign with a new team in the offseason where he can start fresh and potentially thrive.
Meanwhile, poor Drew Lock, who signed with the Giants thinking he’d get a shot at the number 2 job, is probably feeling like the Joker right about now. He got hopped over by DeVito, and his NFL dreams are on hold. Now, that’s someone worth feeling bad for.
In the end, it’s all about perspective. Daniel Jones might be benched, but he’s living the dream. And who knows, maybe one day he’ll look back on this experience and laugh all the way to the bank.
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