A move that was likely to be done following the season, happened sooner than expected. The New York Giants released veteran quarterback Daniel Jones on Friday at his request. Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant expressed shock and disbelief on Twitter following the Giants' release of Jones.

Where will Daniel Jones land?The former No. 6 overall pick and the New York Giants parted ways Friday, with the latter announcing that Jones had requested his release. The move ends the mess that ensued in the days after his performance- and financially-motivated benching — his demotion to fourth-string quarterback,

Daniel Jones is expected to clear waivers and will be free to sign with any team starting at 4 p.m. ET on Monday. Jones, who was granted his release from the Giants after the team demoted him last week,

With cornerback Trevon Diggs and right guard Zack Martin ruled out of Sunday's game because of injuries, the Dallas Cowboys will be without more than $100 million of salary cap space when they take on the Washington Commanders in an NFC East matchup.