Giants’ Quarterback Shuffle: Tommy DeVito Likely Out Against Cowboys
The New York Giants are facing yet another quarterback conundrum as they prepare for their Thanksgiving Day showdown against the Dallas Cowboys. According to sources, rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito is expected to miss the game due to a forearm injury, leaving the team to turn to backup Drew Lock for the start. ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jordan Raanan broke the news, and it’s a tough pill to swallow for a Giants team already struggling to find its footing this season.
DeVito’s Status: A Long Shot
DeVito, who is officially listed as questionable, is considered a “long shot” to play, according to a source who spoke with ESPN on Wednesday. The rookie quarterback did not travel with the team to Dallas initially, as he was undergoing further evaluation. However, the Giants later announced that they expected him to join the team in Dallas later that evening. Despite this, the odds of him suiting up on Thursday appear slim.
The injury comes after DeVito endured a rough outing in Sunday’s 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was his first start of the season, stepping in after the Giants released former starter Daniel Jones late last week. DeVito took several hard hits during the game, and the physical toll appears to have caught up with him.
Enter Drew Lock
With DeVito sidelined, the Giants are turning to Drew Lock, who has spent the first 10 weeks of the season as the backup quarterback. Lock was initially bypassed in favor of DeVito when the team benched Jones, but now he’ll get his chance to lead the offense. The timing couldn’t be worse for Lock, who faces a short week to prepare and no real practice time to get in sync with the team.
Adding to the challenge, Lock will be playing behind an offensive line that’s missing key pieces. Starting tackles Andrew Thomas (foot) and Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) are both out, with Thomas on injured reserve and Eluemunor ruled out as of Wednesday. It’s a tough situation for any quarterback, let alone one stepping into the starting role on such short notice.
What This Means for the Giants
The Giants’ quarterback carousel has been spinning all season, and this latest development only adds to the instability. After releasing Daniel Jones, the team hoped DeVito could provide a spark, but his injury now leaves them scrambling once again. Lock, who has been waiting in the wings, will have to rise to the occasion against a tough Cowboys defense.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the situation:
- Tommy DeVito: Listed as questionable but considered a long shot to play due to a forearm injury.
- Drew Lock: Set to start on Thanksgiving with minimal preparation time.
- Offensive Line Woes: Both starting tackles are out, leaving Lock with limited protection.
Thanksgiving Day Drama
The Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Cowboys is always a marquee event, but this year’s game comes with added intrigue due to the Giants’ quarterback situation. The Cowboys, who are in the thick of the NFC playoff race, will look to capitalize on the Giants’ misfortunes and secure a crucial divisional win. For the Giants, it’s an opportunity to show resilience and fight through adversity, even with the odds stacked against them.
As the Giants prepare to take the field in Dallas, all eyes will be on Drew Lock and how he handles the pressure. Can he step up and deliver a solid performance, or will the Giants’ offensive struggles continue? One thing is certain: the stakes are high, and the drama is palpable.
Stay tuned for updates as the Giants and Cowboys clash in what promises to be a Thanksgiving Day game to remember.
Originally Written by: Adam Schefter and Jordan Raanan
