The Baltimore Ravens walked into MetLife Stadium on Sunday and walked all over the New York Giants, cruising to a 35-14 win. But as dominant as the performance was, the biggest moment of the game belonged to fourth-round rookie Devontez Walker. After spending most of the season buried on the depth chart, Walker finally made his presence felt with his first career NFL catch—a touchdown, no less.
Lamar Jackson trusted the rookie on a crucial third-and-one, and Walker delivered a 21-yard score that looked way too easy. That’s what happens when you combine Walker’s speed, separation skills, and a quarterback who knows how to put the ball in the perfect spot.
Walker’s touchdown was more than just a big play; it was proof he’s ready to contribute when called upon. With Diontae Johnson’s drama still lingering, Walker is showing he’s ready to be part of the solution, not the problem.
And let’s be real here: if your first career NFL catch earns you a new nickname from Lamar Jackson, you’re doing something right. Say hello to “Tez Toe Tap,” everyone.
Alternate view of Devontez Walker's TD vs. Giants will leave fans wanting more
Walker’s touchdown wasn’t just a run-of-the-mill score; it was a beautifully deceptive play that showcased his awareness, footwork, and preparation. On third-and-1, the Ravens gave the Giants something they weren’t expecting. Jackson rolled to his right, selling the idea that he might take off and run for the first down. Instead, he stopped, flipped his hips, and found Walker wide open in the back of the end zone.
What happened next? Walker dragged his toes like a seasoned pro, making the grab look effortless while staying in bounds for the score. The alternate angle of the play shows just how precise his footwork was. That’s how you earn a nickname like “Tez Toe Tap.”
Was so happy Tez Walker finally got in at WR
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What makes the moment even more impressive is the backstory. With an extra day of practice after the bye, the Ravens installed that play on Monday. Walker said it was the only one with his number beside it. “I made it my job to study it know it. That’s what I did all week,” Walker said. For a rookie who had played just six offensive snaps in five games before this, the preparation paid off in a big way.
With Diontae Johnson still on the sidelines and adding nothing but headaches, Walker is making his case to carve out a bigger role in Baltimore’s offense. His effort and preparation are a direct contrast to Johnson’s antics, and it’s not hard to see who the Ravens will lean on going forward.
For Walker, this moment was everything. “I’m trying not to fanboy , but obviously, it’s crazy,” he said. “Lamar is somebody I grew up in middle school high school watching, and to be able to catch a touchdown from him – it’s a really good feeling.”
It’s not just a good feeling for Walker—it’s a great one for the Ravens, too. If “Tez Toe Tap” keeps this up, Baltimore’s offense will be an even bigger problem for defenses come January.