Entering Week 15 against the Baltimore Ravens, Tommy DeVito was back under center for the New York Giants. However, the quarterback left the game in the second quarter after suffering an injury. Here’s the latest on DeVito’s status.
What Happened to Tommy DeVito?
After back-to-back sacks (including one where he was slammed into the ground), DeVito left the game.
According to the broadcast, DeVito is being evaluated for a concussion.
Tim Boyle took the final snap of the first half. Tommy DeVito took a big hit when he was slammed into the ground on the previous drive. Being evaluated for a concussion, according to the broadcast.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) December 15, 2024
Since releasing quarterback Daniel Jones earlier this season, reserve QBs DeVito and Drew Lock have both dealt with injuries.
Lock is dealing with heel and elbow injuries and was in a walking boot, so he is the emergency third QB for today’s game against Baltimore. Lock didn’t even throw pregame and he was designated as doubtful for today’s game.
But after DeVito’s injury, Lock was seen throwing on the sideline. However, with Lock banged up, Tim Boyle has entered the game to fill in for DeVito.
Will DeVito Return to the Game in Week 15?
At the start of the second half, DeVito was officially ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
Boyle is expected to play for the remainder of the game.
The #Giants have ruled out QB Tommy DeVito for the rest of today's game vs. the Ravens due to a concussion.
Tim Boyle will take over in the second half. https://t.co/2GQV1L7RAj
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 15, 2024
With Lock injured, Boyle was signed from New York’s practice squad on Saturday and promoted to the backup role on Sunday.
This is the third team that Boyle has been on this year, as he was initially with the Houston Texans and then had a stint with the Miami Dolphins. Last year, he had stints with the Texans and New York Jets.
Fantasy Impact of DeVito’s Injury
While DeVito obviously isn’t in many lineups during the fantasy football playoffs, his injury could have an impact on the Giants’ passing game, most notably Malik Nabers.
Nabers was the only part of his passing game that you wanted exposure to entering this week (and it’s not close). This doesn’t change that.
Nabers is a volume play while none of the other pass catchers are roster worthy.
This stands to hurt the value of Tyrone Tracy Jr., though his standing at the top of this depth chart keeps him valued as a fantasy starter in most situations.