Sauce Gardner's Response to Daniel Jones

In a recent joint practice between the New York Jets and the New York Giants, Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner shared his thoughts on facing Giants quarterback Daniel Jones. Gardner acknowledged Jones as a "good quarterback," recounting a moment where he anticipated an interception, only for Jones to evade him by running the ball. The practice was described as highly competitive, with Gardner expressing enjoyment in the intensity of the drills. Gardner also praised Giants rookie wide receiver Jalin Hyatt, drawing comparisons to notable former LSU receivers Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase. He expressed confidence in Hyatt's potential, stating, "He’s going to be a pretty good player." Despite the excitement surrounding the matchup, Jones primarily utilized short passes and play action during the practice, limiting the anticipated confrontation between Gardner and Hyatt. As the teams prepare for their preseason finale on Saturday night, uncertainty looms over whether Gardner and the Jets' starters, including quarterback Aaron Rodgers, will face Jones and the Giants' first team. Jets head coach Robert Saleh indicated that he has made a decision regarding the starters but has yet to communicate it to the players. The atmosphere during the practice was friendly, with Gardner noting the familiarity between the two New York teams. Additionally, rookie cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers returned to practice after missing a session due to personal matters, adding depth to the Jets' defensive lineup.