EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Daniel Jones threw a touchdown pass in his only series and opened speculation on how long he will have to wait to replace Eli Manning as the Giants’ starting quarterback. His strong showing helped propel his team to a 31-22 victory over the rival Jets on Thursday night.

The preseason opener for both teams was suspended for 59 minutes late in the first quarter when lightning and heavy rain rolled into the MetLife Stadium area.

By that time, Jones had Giants fans on their feet. Taking over after Manning had a three-and-out series, Jones, the No. 6 over all pick in the 2019 draft, connected on all five of his passes, the final one a perfect 12-yard touchdown to Bennie Fowler III in the right corner of the end zone.