Baker Mayfield Mocks New York Giants with Tommy DeVito’s Celebration
Giants’ Struggle Continues
As if things couldn’t get any worse for the New York Giants, they’re now being mocked by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, who did Tommy DeVito’s signature celebration during Sunday’s first-half rout.
Mayfield’s Touchdown Run
Mayfield scrambled up the middle and leaped into the end zone for a 10-yard touchdown run that increased the Bucs’ second-quarter lead over the Giants to 23-0. Mayfield celebrated by raising both arms and doing the Italian pinched-fingers celebration that became DeVito’s trademark last season.
Giants’ Struggles Continue
The Giants have not given their fans much to celebrate this season, going 2-8. They benched, and then released, starting quarterback Daniel Jones earlier this week, naming DeVito the starter.
DeVito’s Background
DeVito, an undrafted New Jersey native, played in nine games for the Giants last season, making six starts. He threw for 1,101 yards with eight touchdowns and three interceptions, leading the team to a 3-3 record as starter. He adopted the finger-purse celebration as an ode to his Italian heritage, and affectionately became known as "Tommy Cutlets" after he told ESPN that one of the benefits of still living home with his parents at 25 years old is his mom’s chicken cutlets.
First-Half Performance
DeVito was back under center on Sunday for the first time this season, but he completed just 3 of 5 passes for 31 yards in the first half as the Giants were held scoreless in the first half.
Mayfield’s Dominant Performance
Mayfield, meanwhile, completed 19 of 23 passes for 230 yards, while also adding a rushing touchdown and mocking his opponent.
The Giants’ Struggle is Real
The Giants haven’t had much reason to celebrate, so Mayfield stole their quarterback’s celebration.
Conclusion
The Giants’ struggles continue, and now they have to deal with the embarrassment of having their opponent mock their quarterback’s celebration. The team needs to regroup and find a way to improve their performance if they want to turn their season around.
FAQs
Q: What was the score of the game?
A: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers led the New York Giants 23-0 at halftime.
Q: Why was Daniel Jones released?
A: He was benched and then released after struggling with his performance.
Q: What is Tommy DeVito’s signature celebration?
A: It’s the Italian pinched-fingers gesture, which he adopted as an ode to his Italian heritage.
Q: What is the current record of the New York Giants?
A: The Giants are currently 2-8 this season.
