Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito has developed into a fan favorite over the last month.
An ESPN story revealed he still lived at home with his parents in Cedar Grove. DeVito’s mother makes chicken cutlets for dinner and does his laundry for him. All of these little things have resonated with New Yorkers, especially those who share his Italian heritage or grew up in North Jersey.
On top of his celebrity status, DeVito’s recent performances have sparked a lifeless Giants team. New York has won two consecutive games (Commanders and Patriots) for the first time this year. Now, the Giants have to choose between DeVito or Tyrod Taylor before next Monday’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium.
Taylor (ribs) was designated off injured reserve on Monday. His return could send DeVito back to the bench, but former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason believes that would be a huge mistake.
“This would be one of the dumbest things Brian Daboll could ever do, is not play Tommy DeVito,” Esiason said via Boomer& Gio on WFAN. “[Taylor’s] contract is up at the end of the year, and we need to find out whether or not Tommy DeVito can be the backup to Daniel Jones.”
In five appearances, DeVito has completed 66 of 105 passes for 697 yards and seven touchdowns. After quarterback Daniel Jones tore his ACL in their Week 9 loss to the Raiders, many expected the Giants to crumble. Instead, the Don Bosco Prep alum has found ways to win games.
“Tommy DeVito is the story,” Esiason told listeners. He’s the reason to watch the Giants right now. It’s a feel-good story. He’s a local kid who is doing one…if Tommy DeVito goes out there and poops the bed, then you can bring in Tyrod Taylor to win a game.”
