Giants vs Buccaneers Preview Plus Is Joe Schoen Losing the Locker Room?

In this episode of *2 Giants Goofballs: New York Giants News & Updates,* Drew and Rob dive into recent reports from ESPN’s Jordan Raanan about the growing tension between New York Giants players and General Manager Joe Schoen. Appearing on the Talkin’ Giants Podcast, Raanan revealed that Schoen's decision-making, particularly the release of cornerback Nick McCloud, has not sat well with many players. Dexter Lawrence was reportedly among those upset, not only about McCloud’s release but also about the decision to bench Daniel Jones earlier in the season. According to Raanan, these moves have made Schoen "not that popular in the locker room at all," something that could have ripple effects throughout the organization.

The controversy doesn’t end there. Raanan also shed light on another hot-button issue: Tyrod Taylor’s demotion. The locker room was reportedly unhappy with Taylor losing his starting job to Tommy DeVito while Taylor was injured. Raanan pointed out the disconnect between the front office and the players, suggesting that Schoen might have misread the situation, especially if the organization truly believed Taylor might return to the team after such treatment. Raanan stated, “He wasn’t going to come back. He didn’t like that he lost his job by injury again and to Tommy DeVito. If the front office really thought that, they’re completely out of touch.”

Dexter Lawrence also spoke candidly about the tough transition to DeVito, calling the move challenging but emphasizing the need to trust the coaching staff. While he expressed his support for Daniel Jones as a teammate and friend, Lawrence highlighted the importance of staying focused and avoiding overthinking the front office's decisions.

The discussion then shifts to how the Giants match up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into this week. The Buccaneers’ once-dominant defense has faltered this season, allowing 26.6 points per game and ranking near the bottom of the league in yards allowed. Drew and Rob analyze how this presents a golden opportunity for Tommy DeVito to shine. DeVito faces a defense that struggles against both the run and pass, which could allow the Giants’ offense to get into a rhythm. Tyrone Tracy Jr., in particular, could exploit a Buccaneers defense that has given up 4.8 yards per carry.

On the flip side, the Giants' defense will need to contend with Baker Mayfield, who has been effective this season with a 103.6 passer rating and 24 touchdowns. Even with key injuries like Chris Godwin being out for the year, Mayfield still has dangerous weapons in Mike Evans and Cade Otton. The Giants will need to continue their strong defensive performances, as they rank top five in multiple defensive categories, including points allowed and third-down conversions.

Drew and Rob wrap up the segment by providing their predictions for the Giants' upcoming game and Thursday Night Football's Steelers vs. Browns matchup. This thought-provoking segment offers deep insights into the challenges facing the Giants and the tension brewing behind the scenes in what has already been a tumultuous season. 

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