Has Tyrod Taylor’s Performance Against Commanders Secured His Position As Giants QB1?

In the NFL, Week 7 most definitely didn’t go as planned. The Buffalo Bills lost ground in the AFC East race to the New England Patriots, while the Washington Commanders missed their chance to stay ahead in the NFC postseason race and lost to the New York Giants.

Has Tyrod Taylor’s Performance Against Commanders Secured His Position As Giants QB1?

While Jones has missed the last two games due to another neck injury, it is too early in 2023 to tell if unflappable 34-year-old 13-year NFL veteran Tyrod Taylor can save this season for the Giants. However, Taylor made a big difference on Sunday, leading the Giants to a 14-7 victory over Washington at MetLife Stadium.

The Giants would have been insignificant for the remainder of the season at 1-6 if they had lost against the Commanders.

Rather, mostly because to Taylor’s 18 of 29 for 279 yards, two touchdowns, and zero turnovers, they’re 2-5 and feeling pretty good going into their home game against the 3-3 Jets on Sunday.

Following Sunday’s 14-7 victory over the Washington Commanders, New York Giants coach Brian Daboll was questioned about whether backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor had made a case to stay the starter until Daniel Jones recovered from a neck injury.

“I would just say Tyrod had a good game this game, and he’s a true pro, and I’m glad we’ve got him,” Daboll said.

However, that also doesn’t change the fact that the Giants’ experienced backup Taylor outperformed Jones on Sunday compared to the majority of Jones’ five starts this season. Even though it was just slightly more productive, the Giants offense appeared considerably more improved under Taylor’s leadership.

Taylor handled the football with efficiency and caution. His fast thinking aided the offensive line, which was having trouble.

“He’s the ultimate pro, does things the right way and when his number’s called he goes out there and performs,’’ left tackle Justin Pugh said.

“He was calm,’’ tight end Darren Waller, the recipient of Taylor’s first TD pass, said. “He just brings a calm presence to the huddle and guys feed off that. I love the way he just commands things.’’

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Asked if he hopes to get another chance as a full-time starter before the end of his career, Taylor said, “I am firm believer in God’s timing is perfect timing. I can’t focus on the future or the past. I am a big believer in just staying in the present moment and taking advantage of what’s here.’’

 

 

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