The New York Giants’ 2024 season has been a masterclass in dysfunction, and the quarterback situation is no exception. Per Jordan Raanan at ESPN, Drew Lock, who returned to the starting lineup in Week 16, is now undergoing an MRI on his throwing shoulder after sustaining an injury during their 34-7 blowout loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed the news Monday but stopped short of naming a starter for next week’s matchup against the Colts.
Drew Lock getting an MRI on his shoulder at the moment, per Brian Daboll. So the Giants QB situation is again up in the air. #Giants #Colts
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) December 23, 2024
Lock’s performance against Atlanta was disastrous, featuring two pick-sixes, a fumble, and yet another painful display of inconsistency.
After missing Week 15 with heel and elbow injuries, Lock’s return was supposed to stabilize the offense—or at least stop some of the bleeding. Instead, it added more fuel to an already raging dumpster fire. Now, the Giants are left scrambling once again to decide who will take the reins under center.
If Lock can’t go, Tommy DeVito appears to be the next man up. The second-year QB, who started in Week 15, has been cleared from concussion protocol and served as Lock’s backup against Atlanta. But let’s not sugarcoat it: the Giants don’t have great options here.
Who’s next under center for the Giants’ never-ending losing streak?
Lock’s latest injury only underscores the chaos that has defined the Giants’ quarterback situation this year. Since parting ways with Daniel Jones, the team has shuffled through three other quarterbacks.
Lock has been inconsistent at best, and DeVito—while occasionally scrappy—doesn’t exactly inspire confidence as a starter.
The numbers speak for themselves. Lock completed 22 of 39 passes against Atlanta for 210 yards and one touchdown, but his two interceptions returned for touchdowns sealed the Giants’ fate. That brings his turnover tally to a staggering seven (four INTs and three fumbles lost) in just three games. For a team desperate to end a franchise-record 10-game losing streak, Lock’s performance has been more hindrance than help.
On the other hand, DeVito hasn’t done much to prove he’s ready to lead this team. Across his two starts, he’s thrown for just 257 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions, offering little to spark any optimism for the offense.
The truth is, it may not matter who starts. The Giants’ problems extend far beyond the quarterback position. The offensive line can’t protect, the receivers struggle to create separation, and the play-calling feels uninspired.
Whether it’s Lock, DeVito, or someone else entirely, the reality is the same: the Giants are limping toward the finish line of one of their worst seasons in history.
The question isn’t just who will play quarterback in Week 17—it’s whether anyone can do anything meaningful in this mess of a season. For now, all fans can do is wait for MRI results and hope that whoever takes the field can bring even a shred of stability to this spiraling team.