NFC East

Why Giants Benched Tommy DeVito, Subbed in Tyrod Taylor vs. Eagles

By Karl Rasmussen The New York Giants benched quarterback Tommy DeVito at halftime during their Christmas Day clash against the Philadelphia Eagles, replacing the undrafted rookie with veteran Tyrod Taylor. The decision paid quick dividends for the team, as Taylor propelled the team to its first touchdown scoring drive of the game to open up the second half. FOX sideline reporter Pam Oliver spoke to Giants coach Brian Daboll during the halftime break, who explained the team’s move to shake things up at quarterback ahead of the third quarter. “It turns out it’s just a coach’s decision,” Oliver …