Daniel Jones continues.

The quarterback, demoted to the fourth string after losing his starting job with the Giants this week, was released Friday after filing with the team.

“Daniel came to me this morning and asked if we wanted to release him,” owner John Mara said in a statement. “We mutually agreed that this would be best for him and for the team. Daniel has been a great representative of our organization, first class in every way. His handling of this situation yesterday is an example of exactly that. We are all disappointed with the way things turned out.

“We hold Daniel in high regard and have great appreciation for him. We wish him nothing but the best for the future.”

Jones will have to go through the NFL’s waiver process, though he is not expected to be claimed due to the remaining $13,805,555 he is guaranteed for the remainder of the season. If he clears waivers, he will become a free agent.

The Giants can now return to Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers, with Tommy DeVito starting with Drew Lock in backup.

Tim Boyle, whose addition to the practice squad this week sent Jones to the scout team, will be the team’s third quarterback.

At 2-8 in Week 12, the Giants are expected to be at the top of the draft this season with few selection options at quarterback.

More to come on this developing story