The most unexpected chapter of Brian Daboll’s time as head coach of the New York Giants came not during his impressive, playoff-bound debut season, but the following year — when injuries to Daniel Jones and Tyrod Taylor thrust undrafted quarterback Tommy DeVito into the spotlight.
For a brief three-week stretch, DeVito captured the hearts of fans, leading a dramatic Monday Night Football win over the Packers, going viral for his signature hand-waving celebration, and even appearing on The Tonight Show. Just like that, he became a local folk legend in East Rutherford. However, the magic wore off quickly. DeVito faded down the depth chart and is no longer seen as a key piece in the Giants’ quarterback future.
This Tuesday, though, fans will get a nostalgic flashback as another New Jersey-born quarterback steps into the spotlight.
According to Jordan Schultz, the Giants are bringing in Kyle McCord for a pre-draft visit. McCord, who transferred to Louisville from Ohio State after the 2023 season, grew up in Mt. Laurel, NJ — just like DeVito, another Jersey native who took a winding college path that included Syracuse and Illinois.
That’s about where the parallels end. Unlike DeVito, McCord is projected as a Day 2 draft pick, possibly going in Round 3. He’s a traditional, pocket-style quarterback with solid arm strength, but not elite tools. His lack of top-tier velocity can lead to risky decisions when he’s late delivering the ball, and he doesn’t offer much outside of structure due to limited athleticism and a tendency to remain in the pocket.
McCord profiles as a developmental QB2 — someone who could become a reliable game manager with the right coaching and experience. Unlike higher-profile prospects, he wouldn’t be expected to play right away, which could appeal to a team like the Giants depending on how the rest of the draft unfolds.
It’s worth remembering that pre-draft visits don’t always signal serious interest — they’re often part of the broader scouting process. Right now, McCord seems less likely to be picked by the Giants than names like Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart, or Jalen Milroe, who are expected to go earlier. Still, if the Giants prioritize other positions with their early picks, McCord could become an intriguing option in the mid-rounds.
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