After benching Daniel Jones, the New York Giants reportedly asked that he stay home and remain away from the team — a request he rejected.

Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones had good reason to request his release, and it had nothing to do with any sour grapes.

Last week, the New York Giants waived quarterback Daniel Jones after the former No. 6 overall pick requested his release following his benching in favor of Tommy DeVito. Jones -- who was benched in large part so the Giants could avoid paying out the injury guarantees in his contract next offseason -- cleared waivers on Monday and,