Baker Mayfield’s ‘Double Tommy’ Celebration Sparks Bucs’ Victory Over Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers finally snapped their losing streak on Sunday, earning their first win since October 13 with a commanding 30-7 victory over the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. But it wasn’t just the scoreline that had fans buzzing—it was quarterback Baker Mayfield and his now-viral “Double Tommy” celebration that stole the show.
Mayfield’s celebration, which he described as a “tribute” to Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito, came after a highlight-reel play late in the first half. With just 20 seconds left on the clock, Mayfield scrambled up the middle, hurdled Giants cornerback Cordale Flott, and dove into the end zone for a 10-yard touchdown. What followed was pure entertainment: Mayfield shot to his feet, raised his arms, curled his fingers, and pumped them wildly toward the crowd—a move synonymous with DeVito and his Italian heritage.
“It was a tribute. A tribute to Tommy,” Mayfield said with a straight face when asked about the celebration. “He’s a good dude.”
Mayfield insisted the move wasn’t premeditated. “Most of the time, I don’t know what I’m gonna do, so … spontaneous stuff,” he added. “New York fans love Tommy here, so give ’em something they like.”
Mayfield’s Humor Shines Postgame
When asked if he himself had any Italian roots, Mayfield couldn’t resist cracking a joke. “I haven’t done a 23andMe, but I don’t know,” he deadpanned, drawing laughs from reporters.
As for DeVito, the Giants quarterback admitted he didn’t even know about Mayfield’s antics until after the game. “They were having a good game. They celebrated,” DeVito said. “It is what it is. Kind of happened last year. It’s going to happen, I guess.”
Mayfield’s Grit Impresses Teammates
Mayfield’s performance wasn’t just about the theatrics. The quarterback completed 24-of-30 passes for 294 yards and added a rushing touchdown to his stat line. His resilience was also on display when he suffered a stinger in the fourth quarter after colliding with teammates while trying to recover a fumble. Despite the injury, Mayfield didn’t miss a single snap.
“Just kind of an awkward little—not tackle—but diving in for the ball,” Mayfield explained. “Feel good though.”
Mayfield’s teammates were quick to praise his energy and leadership. Running back Irving, who had a stellar game with 87 rushing yards, 64 receiving yards, and a touchdown, said he was caught off guard by the celebration. “I didn’t know he was gonna do that,” Irving said. “I mean, he got in there and then pretty much did it, and we were all happy for him.”
Cornerback Zyon McCollum echoed those sentiments. “Baker, he just invigorates the entire team,” McCollum said. “All the stuff he does—that was a crazy play, him jumping in there like that, hurdling a guy. He’s more slippery than you anticipate. But having a quarterback who has passion like that and grit like that … we all feed off of it.”
Giants Not Amused
While the Buccaneers were enjoying the moment, the Giants weren’t exactly laughing. “That’s what happens when you lose,” said Giants receiver Darius Slayton. “When you lose, you allow people to do stuff like that.”
Despite the Giants’ frustration, Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles had nothing but praise for his quarterback. “He did a heck of a job,” Bowles said. “Baker just plays ball. He loves playing ball. He had some great scrambles. He bought some time. He made some runs. He played a heck of a ball game.”
Mayfield and DeVito’s Brief History
Interestingly, Mayfield and DeVito have crossed paths before. The two met briefly in Las Vegas during the Super Bowl earlier this year. “He had his chain blinged out, swag, walking through the casino. It was awesome,” Mayfield recalled. “It was like a movie scene, honestly. … He’s got that swag, man.”
Key Takeaways from the Game
- Baker Mayfield’s Leadership: Mayfield’s energy and grit were on full display, inspiring his teammates and fans alike.
- Buccaneers’ Ground Game: The Bucs dominated on the ground with four rushing touchdowns, including Mayfield’s highlight-reel scramble.
- Giants’ Struggles Continue: The Giants’ inability to stop the Bucs’ offense led to their frustration, as evidenced by postgame comments.
With this win, the Buccaneers not only broke their losing streak but also reminded everyone why Baker Mayfield is one of the most entertaining players in the league—on and off the field.
Originally Written by: Jordan Raanan
