Steichen said Jones and Anthony Richardson both competed "really hard," but that "consistency" was the biggest thing he was looking for and that Jones "did a great job" on that front. He added that Richardson has "made strides" in those areas, but still needs to develop.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Shane Steichen Explains Why Daniel Jones Won't Be on a 'Quick Leash' As QB1. A man who saved a bottle of whiskey for 17 years was left disappointed when he finally opened it, only to discover the cork had completely disintegrated.

In a press conference, Steichen told the press that Jones won’t be on a short leash, and they are expecting him to be the QB for the season. “I feel confident in his ability to lead us” – Shane Steichen on Daniel Jones named his starting QB.