The New York Giants have confirmed what many speculated — a change under center. Head coach Brian Daboll announced that Daniel Jones has been demoted to the No. 3 spot on the depth chart, paving the way for second-year quarterback Tommy DeVito to take the reins as the starter. Drew Lock, who joined the team this offseason, will serve as the backup.
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In explaining the move during a videoconference, Daboll was clear: this decision wasn't about Lock's performance. Instead, it was about what DeVito showed last season and the energy he could bring now. "It was more about what I felt Tommy gave us," Daboll stated, making it clear that the Giants are in search of a much-needed spark to salvage their season.
DeVito's resume includes six starts and nine total appearances from last season, where he demonstrated a steady hand. Completing 114 of 178 passes for 1,101 yards, DeVito tossed eight touchdowns against just three interceptions—numbers that, while modest, suggest an ability to manage games and make key plays. Daboll's hope is that DeVito can rekindle that form and bring stability to an offense searching for answers.
As for Jones, the demotion marks a dramatic turn for the former starter, who now finds himself behind both DeVito and Lock. Once seen as the franchise quarterback, Jones is now forced to reassess his place in a season that has taken an unexpected turn.
DeVito's first test as the new starter comes against the Buccaneers this Sunday. The opportunity is there — and so is the pressure. What the Giants do next will likely hinge on how DeVito (and perhaps Lock) fare.
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