Giants sticking with local legend Tommy DeVito at quarterback despite Tyrod Taylor's return

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The New York Giants won't be straying away from the local legend that has become Tommy DeVito at quarterback despite seeing their original backup healthy again. 

Tyrod Taylor, who was dealing with a rib injury he suffered in Week 8 against the New York Jets, was designated for return off the injured reserve this week. With his practice window open, it’s expected that Taylor could suit up for the Giants on Monday night against the Green Bay Packers. 

However, head coach Brian Daboll is riding with DeVito, the New Jersey native who fans have gravitated toward since Taylor and Daniel Jones went out with injury. 

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Tommy DeVito of the New York Giants attempts a pass against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on Nov. 26, 2023, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Elsa/Getty Images)

"Tommy’s done a good job, he’s improved each of the games he’s played," Daboll told reporters. "Thought he’s played well the last two games, made good decisions, was accurate with the football, earned the right to play."

Daboll’s statement on DeVito, and deciding to announce the starting quarterback role this early in the week, proves that this is DeVito’s job to lose for the remainder of the season. 

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The Syracuse product, who played his high school football not far from MetLife Stadium at Don Bosco Prep, has done well since taking over the starting role from Taylor. 

Though the Giants were dominated by the Dallas Cowboys on Nov. 12 in his first start, DeVito has helped the Giants win