Ravens matchup with Giants screams trap game after latest QB development

The Baltimore Ravens couldn’t have asked for a better setup after last week’s tough loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. This Sunday, they’ll take on the New York Giants, a team stuck in the middle of a disastrous season and now down to their backup quarterback.

Giants head coach Brian Daboll confirmed that Tommy DeVito will start after Drew Lock suffered a heel injury in last week’s loss to the New Orleans Saints. DeVito, who has just one start in 2024, steps in for a team that hasn’t scored a passing touchdown since early November and has lost eight straight games. For a Ravens defense that thrives on pressuring quarterbacks, this matchup feels tailor-made for a bounce-back performance.

Baltimore enters the game at 8-5, still very much in the hunt for a top playoff seed. After being outplayed by the Philadelphia Eagles, they’ll look to reset against a Giants squad that’s been its own worst enemy all season.

Tommy DeVito will start for the Giants in Week 15 matchup

The Giants’ quarterback carousel continues to spin, and it’s left their offense in shambles. DeVito’s lone start this season came in Week 12 against the Buccaneers, where he managed 189 passing yards with no touchdowns and was sacked four times in a 30-7 loss. With a less-than-stellar offensive line in front of him and a lack of playmakers around him, the Giants have struggled to move the ball all year, ranking dead last in scoring.

This is exactly the kind of game Baltimore’s defense should dominate. The Ravens are third in the NFL in sacks (41) and have a knack for making opposing offenses one-dimensional, which could spell disaster for an inexperienced quarterback like DeVito. Expect Baltimore’s pass rush, led by Kyle Van Noy and Odafe Oweh, to make life miserable for the Giants’ offense.

On the other side of the ball, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense have a golden opportunity to find their rhythm. The Giants’ defense, while occasionally scrappy, has been inconsistent and worn down by injuries. Their rush defense leaves a lot to be desired, so Derrick Henry should feast alongside Lamar Jackson (if he listens to his mom). This game presents a chance for Baltimore to reestablish its ground attack and regain their swagger before heading into the final stretch of the season.

This matchup feels like a perfect storm for the Ravens to get back on track—which is exactly why they can't fall into the trap. A motivated Baltimore team, fresh off a frustrating loss, is going up against a reeling Giants squad with little left to play for. If the Ravens take care of business and avoid costly mistakes, they should cruise to a much-needed win.

However, the Giants are an NFL team and can't be overlooked. While plenty of teams have beaten them badly, it's not a foregone conclusion the Ravens will just because they have a better roster.

For Baltimore, this game isn’t just about beating an inferior opponent—it’s about building momentum for the weeks ahead. With a favorable matchup like this, the Ravens have every reason to remind the league why they’re a team to fear come playoff time.

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