Giants lit $10 million on fire with underwhelming Darnell Mooney signing

Jason Kandel of GMEN HQ argues that the New York Giants' one-year contract with wide receiver Darnell Mooney has been a significant disappointment. Signed to a deal worth up to $10 million with $3 million guaranteed, Mooney has recorded only nine receptions for 113 yards through seven weeks. The writer believes Mooney is the lone misstep in head coach John Harbaugh's first free agency class.

Kandel notes that rookie receiver Malachi Fields is outperforming the 29-year-old veteran and earning greater trust from the coaching staff. Following a 27-21 overtime win against the Houston Texans where Fields logged 83 receiving yards, the writer contends the Giants should prioritize Fields over Mooney behind lead receiver Malik Nabers.