New Starting QB Tommy DeVito Replaces Daniel Jones on Giants Bench
The New York Giants are shaking things up in a big way. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Monday that the team has decided to bench Daniel Jones in favor of Tommy DeVito. This move comes as the Giants struggle with a 2-8 record and a five-game losing streak heading into their Week 11 bye. Jones will now serve as the emergency third quarterback, while Drew Lock will remain the backup.
Why the Change?
The decision to replace Jones with DeVito makes sense both on and off the field. With Jones facing a hefty $23 million payout if he were to get injured next year, the Giants needed to make a change. Jones, the former first-round pick, has had a lackluster season so far, with 2,070 passing yards, 10 total touchdowns, and seven interceptions. In his six years with the Giants, Jones has posted a 24-44-1 record, with his only winning season in 2022, where he made a postseason appearance.
Who is Tommy DeVito?
On the other hand, Tommy DeVito is no stranger to the Giants’ faithful. The New Jersey native burst onto the scene last season, making six starts as a rookie in place of the injured Jones. DeVito showed promise, throwing for eight touchdowns and three interceptions while leading the team to a 3-3 record. Now, he gets another shot at the starting role, bringing a mix of youth and experience to Brian Daboll’s offense.
What’s Next?
DeVito and the Giants will face a tough test in their first game with him as the starting quarterback. They will host the defending Super Bowl champions, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on Sunday. Both teams are coming off their bye week, so it will be interesting to see how DeVito performs against a formidable opponent. The Giants’ faithful will be watching closely to see if this change at quarterback can turn their season around.
