5 outside-the-box QB targets for the NY Giants in 2024

1. Baker Mayfield

Baker Mayfield’s offseason after 2023 could go one of two ways. He’s had some success as the starter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and could warrant a possible long-term deal, especially from the Buccaneers themselves if they like Mayfield enough to keep him around past the one-year deal they gave him.

Or, if the Buccaneers decide to draft a quarterback and move on from Mayfield, the veteran and former No. 1 overall pick could be looking for another one-year deal from another team in need of a quarterback to start for the season.

Again, with the ACL injury to Jones and if he can’t get ready for Week 1 and beyond, insert Mayfield, who has shown he’s capable of starting in the NFL and could be a viable option to start for the Giants if needed.

It also depends on how the Buccaneers season finishes, because there’s a decent chance that they could be playing for a possible playoff spot and even a chance at the NFC South division title. A scenario like that could increase Mayfield’s value as a free agent and he may look for a long-term deal if he does accomplish that.