"Literally Daniel Jones 2.0 but somehow worse" - Giants fans pile on Tyler Shough amid team's growing interest in Louisville QB

Fans erupted with criticism on X after reports surfaced that the New York Giants will hold a private workout with Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough this week. Multiple reports on Tuesday revealed that Shough would join Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Alabama's Jalen Milroe as QBs receiving late pre-draft workouts from the team.

The Giants' interest in Shough comes with the NFL draft just a week away. New York holds the third pick and the 34th selection (second pick of Day 2), potentially giving them multiple options to add a quarterback. This is despite veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston already signed in free agency.

Here is how fans reacted on X:

"Literally Daniel Jones 2.0 but somehow worse," a fan posted, drawing a comparison to the Giants' previous starter.

"I keep saying this dude is Derek Carr all over again," another fan wrote.

"He was a bum at Oregon. I know that," a fan commented.

The negative reactions continued:

"Oh my god," one fan said.

"I have been trying to figure out what I missed with all this hype he's getting," another fan tweeted.

"Oh I want them to draft this kid, so they can suck for another 5 years," a rival fan posted:

Tyler Shough's college journey spans three schools over seven years. He began at Oregon (2018-2020) as Justin Herbert's backup before transferring to Texas Tech (2021-2023), where injuries derailed his tenure. His final collegiate stop at Louisville saw him throw for 3,195 yards with 23 touchdowns and six interceptions across 12 games in 2024.

Tyler Shough's injury history and advanced age raise red flags for draft evaluators

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At age 25 (turning 26 in September), Tyler Shough would enter the league much older than most first-year quarterbacks. His long injury history also raises concerns about his durability.

While at Texas Tech, Shough experienced three serious injuries – twice breaking his collarbone (in September 2021 and 2022) and breaking his fibula in September 2023. Those injuries restricted his growth and playing time, yielding only two college seasons with double-digit touchdown passes.

Despite these reservations, Shough shows some qualities that NFL scouts like. At 6-foot-5 and 219 pounds, he registered respectable athletic testing marks with a 40-yard dash time of 4.63 seconds. His arm ability has been termed "impressive," with the ability to make all NFL throws and change arm angles with ease when necessary.

His 2024 Louisville season reflected better decision-making with a low 1.8% turnover-worthy play rate, and it helped him earn Comeback Player of the Year. Scouts have complimented him on his quick release, velocity on the ball and capability to throw with touch across the field.