On Wednesday, it appeared that Drew Lock was still digesting the news that the Giants would not be going for him, but instead turning to Tommy DeVito to start at quarterback this week.
The Giants signed veteran Lock in the offseason to be Daniel Jones' backup, but when push came Monday, DeVito was the one coach Brian Daboll chose to face the Buccaneers, causing confusion among some observers.
That included Lock, who told The Post's Steve Searby he was “upset” after the Giants' practice Wednesday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
“Six years later, I’ve done a lot of press conferences,” Luke told The Washington Post. “I feel like I'm prepared for most of the questions. … I didn't really know how to answer most of these questions today.
“Just annoyed,” Luke added. “I would say upset and confused [are] Two good words to put there. You understand where they're coming from, but at the same time, when you're you [QB2] You expect to be the next guy up. It's an interesting situation that I didn't see coming, but it's one that I'll handle as a professional and be myself as a person.
What would likely factor into DeVito getting the starting job over Lock is the fact that the second-year QB is a free agent in 2025.
Therefore, allowing DeVito to have a chance could help the Giants decide if they want to keep him in the bullpen next season.
Lock is a pending free agent after signing a one-year, $5 million deal during the offseason.
The sixth-year player suffered an injury during the preseason that may have played a role in the decision as well.
The Giants made the decision to bench Jones earlier this week after the team had a bye week following five straight losses.
Jones' $23 million injury guarantee, coupled with the signing of Tim Boyle to the practice squad, pushed the QB to fourth on the depth chart.
Big Blue is 2-8, and their season is effectively over at this point, leaving the organization to try to pick up the pieces for 2025.
While Lock appeared to be disappointed not to start, he told reporters that he will still be “here” for DeVito and the team.
