What was once considered one of the least-anticipated matchups on the NFL’s Thanksgiving slate has suddenly gained some intrigue. With both the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants struggling in the mid-afternoon game, the matchup was set to be a battle of backups. The Cowboys had been without their star quarterback Dak Prescott, who was sidelined with a torn hamstring, leaving Cooper Rush to take the reins. Meanwhile, the Giants had just benched Daniel Jones in favor of Tommy DeVito, who was set to lead the offense. Fans, anticipating a lackluster contest, were already making jokes about the game’s potential for excitement—or lack thereof.
But just when it seemed like the game might be doomed to disappointment, a late-breaking update changed the game. The Giants, in a surprising move, will be starting QB2 Drew Lock instead of DeVito, who is now sidelined due to a sore throwing forearm. The announcement has fans buzzing, with many declaring that Thanksgiving is officially “saved.”
Drew Lock to Start for Giants
Drew Lock, who has a career record of 9-14 as an NFL starter, will be given the opportunity to turn around what has been a frustrating season for the Giants. The quarterback, known for his strong arm but inconsistent play, will take the field in a desperate attempt to inject some life into a New York offense that has struggled mightily this season.
Lock’s performance could either be the spark the Giants need or another disappointment for a fanbase already used to seeing their team falter. Fans are hopeful that the change at quarterback will provide some much-needed energy and perhaps even a shot at redemption for the Giants this Thanksgiving Day.
The Stakes for Both Teams
While both teams are facing their own challenges, this matchup holds particular significance for the Giants, who have already dealt with injuries and inconsistency at the quarterback position. Daniel Jones, once thought to be the long-term solution under center, has been sidelined for the season due to a torn ACL, and his replacement, Tommy DeVito, struggled to make a meaningful impact. The Giants have been hoping that Lock can provide the kind of spark that will keep their season from spiraling further.
For the Cowboys, much of the pressure to perform falls on Cooper Rush, who has proven capable of stepping in for Dak Prescott in the past, but has not been as consistent as the team might hope. The Cowboys are still very much in the playoff race, and a win on Thanksgiving could provide a boost as they look to position themselves for the postseason.
The Thanksgiving Game to Watch?
Though the Giants’ quarterback situation is far from ideal, the news of Drew Lock taking over gives this matchup a new layer of intrigue. Will Lock’s potential for a breakout performance make up for the lack of star power? Will Cooper Rush be able to lead the Cowboys to victory in Prescott’s absence?
One thing’s for sure: after the change at quarterback, fans are once again excited about the game, and what seemed like a dull, uninspiring contest has now become one to watch.
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