I don't remember last time we had a game where the stadium seemed so alive! I could feel it from the couch last night!! We usually suck in big prime time games!
The players have bought in! 🤌🏻🤌🏻
We went from Dabs lost the team and tankarhon is on to 1 game out of the playoffs.
Seems to be an energy and resurgence within the organization. The players are rallying around a home grown Italian from Jersey.
We are also seeing young draft picks step up.
Hyatt playing well. Schmitz having a good rookie season.
Dale Robinson had a monster game last night!
Thibs 12 sacks and youngest Giant to ever get to 12 if I saw the stat line right. I gave him some crap early this season and he has turned it up as the weeks have gone on.
Baker really developing at CB!
Young players stepping up in a season that looked lost. They aren't giving up! Dab's has this team believing even if the record it's positive.
I was starting to look toward the draft and figured our season over.
After last nights win couldn't sleep was so excited by the game, the intense ending and seeing that JS and his team are building something! Will just take time. It's only year 2 of JS rebuild in a year with a tough schedule and more injuries the you would hope for.
Enjoy the win Gentlemen and Gentlewomen (sorry didn't mean to exclude our lovely ladies)! It was an exciting game and we have a week to relish it!
On to the Saints and game that is within reach if we play well.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/39085976/does-tommy-devito-future-new-york-giants
https://www.giants.com/news/tommy-devito-stats-green-bay-packers-highlights-saquon-barkley-mnf-week-14
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Nice post! Electrifying indeed! A cult hero in the making.
This is how it should be. It doesn't always have to be Super Bowl or bust, but fun and exciting games where the kids come alive is almost as gratifying.
Safe to say we're on board with you, Slugs.
Peace!
His agent certainly added to the fun
(https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2023/12/967d7-17023418927674-1920.jpg)
https://x.com/OmahaProd/status/1734403009927602468?s=20
https://x.com/BobbySkinner_/status/1734429507488989456?s=20
https://x.com/art_stapleton/status/1734560236684370022?s=20
DeVito's teammates believe.
"Whatever it is, whatever people like to call it, man, it's fun," said Isaiah Hodgins, recipient of an outstanding 8-yard touchdown throw from DeVito in the third quarter. "It's fun to be a part of. It's fun to watch. It's fun to be part of his team ... It's just amazing to be a part of, seeing his growth, seeing his composure for a free agent rookie. I'm sure if you asked him last year if he'd be in this spotlight he'd be like 'There's no chance.'"
https://www.bigblueview.com/2023/12/12/23997513/giants-packers-kudos-wet-willies-giants-riding-the-wave-of-devito-mania-winners-losers
What's interesting to me is how much fun they are having with Tommy compared to last season with a winning record and playoff bound. LY is was like they were waiting for the next shoe to drop. This year after the entire team was depressed, this emergence of new life, new attitude and confidence has the entire team on a high. It really looked like the Giants were going to have the game stolen from them last night. The Defense said, Hold My Beer, if we have Tommy, we have a chance. Then knowing if they lose this game he may not start next week, he goes out and does his job to set up a winning FG and it was like they won the Super Bowl on the sidelines. We haven't seen this level of enthusiasm after a win since the 2011 season.
Ed,
You mentioned the D. They showed a graphic on the broadcast that the Giants have the youngest D in the NFL with average age of starters at 25.5. We definitely have seen this group turn a corner. It's not perfect, but with a young group and decent additions this could be a really solid defense.
https://x.com/BobbySkinner_/status/1734410141339144265?s=20
Quote from: uconnjack8 on December 12, 2023, 09:07:00 AMEd,
You mentioned the D. They showed a graphic on the broadcast that the Giants have the youngest D in the NFL with average age of starters at 25.5. We definitely have seen this group turn a corner. It's not perfect, but with a young group and decent additions this could be a really solid defense.
And that's without Leo. Credit Wink for adjusting his game and mixing in man and Zone coverage to enable some of these takeaways. He found a niche for Simmons and has them working with each other. Much less mistakes and broken coverages. That stop on the two point conversion was as epic as that turnaround Spags had the third game of his first season.
no sacks against us....Hodgins is a player...Won'Dale lit it up. The D did it when it mattered. Tommy [Danny - a sub above] DeVito played a great game. No miscues. Accurate. We beat a good team. Go Giants.
Quote from: Slugsy-Narrows on December 12, 2023, 07:18:11 AMI don't remember last time we had a game where the stadium seemed so alive! I could feel it from the couch last night!! We usually suck in big prime time games!
The players have bought in! 🤌🏻🤌🏻
We went from Dabs lost the team and tankarhon is on to 1 game out of the playoffs.
Seems to be an energy and resurgence within the organization. The players are rallying around a home grown Italian from Jersey.
We are also seeing young draft picks step up.
Hyatt playing well. Schmitz having a good rookie season.
Dale Robinson had a monster game last night!
Thibs 12 sacks and youngest Giant to ever get to 12 if I saw the stat line right. I gave him some crap early this season and he has turned it up as the weeks have gone on.
Baker really developing at CB!
Young players stepping up in a season that looked lost. They aren't giving up! Dab's has this team believing even if the record it's positive.
I was starting to look toward the draft and figured our season over.
After last nights win couldn't sleep was so excited by the game, the intense ending and seeing that JS and his team are building something! Will just take time. It's only year 2 of JS rebuild in a year with a tough schedule and more injuries the you would hope for.
Enjoy the win Gentlemen and Gentlewomen (sorry didn't mean to exclude our lovely ladies)! It was an exciting game and we have a week to relish it!
On to the Saints and game that is within reach if we play well.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/39085976/does-tommy-devito-future-new-york-giants
https://www.giants.com/news/tommy-devito-stats-green-bay-packers-highlights-saquon-barkley-mnf-week-14
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Great post. Let's enjoy the mania. The team is buying into their HC and coaches and into their new QB.
All I know is I want to go to that DeVito tailgate at the stadium. Talk about drooling with what they brought.
Quote from: Ed Vette on December 12, 2023, 09:13:58 AMAnd that's without Leo. Credit Wink for adjusting his game and mixing in man and Zone coverage to enable some of these takeaways. He found a niche for Simmons and has them working with each other. Much less mistakes and broken coverages. That stop on the two point conversion was as epic as that turnaround Spags had the third game of his first season.
Ed: Top-notch observations. We're still a few players short of a squad that can do everything Wink wants to do. Bob
General question: what is with the "cutlets"?
It's not lost on me that Italians are proud of and known for their cuisine. I just dont get why "cutlets" over something like Parmigian or lasagna....or any of dozens of other food words that are associated with Italians.
Quote from: uconnjack8 on December 12, 2023, 12:42:41 PMGeneral question: what is with the "cutlets"?
It's not lost on me that Italians are proud of and known for their cuisine. I just dont get why "cutlets" over something like Parmigian or lasagna....or any of dozens of other food words that are associated with Italians.
DeVito told the team his Mom's specialty and his favorite meal is breaded chicken cutlets. Bob
Quote from: uconnjack8 on December 12, 2023, 12:42:41 PMGeneral question: what is with the "cutlets"?
It's not lost on me that Italians are proud of and known for their cuisine. I just dont get why "cutlets" over something like Parmigian or lasagna....or any of dozens of other food words that are associated with Italians.
I'm only 1/4 Italian so I don't want to talk out of turn, but I think it's just a common, casual favorite of home-cooked meals for Italian-Americans. It's also the base food item in staple dishes like chicken parmigiana, etc. It's not intended to be anything elaborate. It just comes into play a lot as a basic food item that is well liked.
It's not just Chicken Cutlets it's how his family prepared it during the tailgate. Layered with buffalo mozzarella, Roasted Red Peppers and balsamic on a Hero roll. Also know as a Tuscan. :worship:
What's next? Tommy Lunch boxes..hard hats..the Foot Long DeVito sub..ayeee!
And TD's playlist:
Stayin' Alive
Rags to Riches
Play That Funky Music
Mama
This is Heaven
Bombolina
Living on the Edge
A Kick in the Head
:ok: <:-P
Quote from: spiderblue43 on December 12, 2023, 02:49:13 PMWhat's next? Tommy Lunch boxes..hard hats..the Foot Long DeVito sub..ayeee!
And TD's playlist:
Stayin' Alive
Rags to Riches
Play That Funky Music
Mama
This is Heaven
Bombolina
Living on the Edge
A Kick in the Head
:ok: <:-P
spider: ESPECIALLY "A Kick In The Head." <:-P
I wonder how many here know that song or who (most famously) sang it ???
Not a recent Top-40 hit. lol
Bob
Quote from: Bob In PA on December 12, 2023, 01:08:35 PMDeVito told the team his Mom's specialty and his favorite meal is breaded chicken cutlets. Bob
Bob,
That explains it. Having worked in an Italian restaurant and breaded 30-40 lbs of cutlets on a given morning, it still didnt make sense to pull that one thing from all of the various dishes.
It's certainly a fun story.
Thinking about the draft in November and December is not a good feeling. It almost invariably means something went wrong with your season. And in the case of the '23 Giants almost anything that could, has. If MetLife Stadium had a roof it would have collapsed by now. That's how bad it's been. Since Week 3 I've seen some of the dullest and most depressing football in memory--with the only silver lining being that the team itself clearly still wants to win, despite being totally outclassed on offense and special teams on a weekly basis.
And at times like this... you really need a beer, am I right?
(https://i.imgur.com/pCi1E02.png)
I bet it even goes well with cutlets.
Tommy Devito is the refreshing pick-me-up Giants fans so desperately needed. A reason to hope and care again. Whatever happens in the final weeks, I will cherish this win he led over the Packers as an early Christmas present. Grazie and congratulazioni, #15!
Quote from: y_so_blu on December 12, 2023, 04:11:31 PMThinking about the draft in November and December is not a good feeling. It almost invariably means something has gone wrong with your season. And in the case of the '23 Giants almost anything that could, has. If MetLife Stadium had a roof it would have collapsed by now. That's how bad it's been. Since Week 3 I've seen some of the dullest and most depressing football in memory--with the only silver lining being that the team itself clearly still wants to win, despite being totally outclassed on offense and special teams on a weekly basis.
And at times like this... you really need a beer, am I right?
(https://i.imgur.com/pCi1E02.png)
I bet it even goes well with cutlets.
Tommy Devito is the pick-me-up Giants fans so desperately needed. A reason to hope and care again. Whatever happens in the final weeks, I will cherish this win he led over the Packers as an early Christmas present. Grazie and congratulazioni, #15!
I will definitely get some of this for the game next week. This is awesome.
Quote from: Bob In PA on December 12, 2023, 03:12:30 PMspider: ESPECIALLY "A Kick In The Head." <:-P
I wonder how many here know that song or who (most famously) sang it ???
Not a recent Top-40 hit. lol
Bob
Dean Martin??
Quote from: uconnjack8 on December 12, 2023, 03:36:09 PMBob,
That explains it. Having worked in an Italian restaurant and breaded 30-40 lbs of cutlets on a given morning, it still didnt make sense to pull that one thing from all of the various dishes.
It's certainly a fun story.
nothing like eating them fresh out of the frying pan.
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He had the highest QBR in week 14.
Quote from: LennG on December 12, 2023, 04:58:51 PMDean Martin??
Len: I figured you would know, since you're an old fart like me. I wonder if any of the young farts knew. lol
https://x.com/KayvonOjulari/status/1736110296555811046
Saw this on "X" and got a good laugh.
Yeah, this thread will age well. Like the finest glass of milk you can find.
https://x.com/darrenrovell/status/1736554085078200398?s=20
Quote from: coggs on December 17, 2023, 10:04:23 PMhttps://x.com/darrenrovell/status/1736554085078200398?s=20
Wow that's really sad. He could have just shown up and appreciated the Love without charging anything but.. 20,000 for a couple hours.
He knows this is short lived so needs to cash in.
However, 10k for a few hours work is plenty. Bad optics for TD.
Quote from: EDjohnst1981 on December 18, 2023, 03:41:01 AMHe knows this is short lived so needs to cash in.
However, 10k for a few hours work is plenty. Bad optics for TD.
The bad optic is that he agreed to $10K and is now renegging. But, also on the store for not getting a contract in writing. But, every other promoter in the area knows about this and it will cost him more in the long-term.
DeVito needs to fire this Stellato guy and get a real agent. Stellato has been all about promoting his own 15 minutes of fame rather than spending all his time trying to get DeVito better gigs. Making $10k for a sandwich shop is nice, but I feel like he could have gotten a deal done with Jersey Mike's (seems like an obvious fit) or other bigger brands. Maybe I'm wrong about that, but Stellato seems to be hogging the spotlight for such a small-time agent. It's fine if that's how he wants to play it, but I'd think about getting someone more serious if I were DeVito.
Quote from: DaveBrown74 on December 18, 2023, 07:31:28 AMDeVito needs to fire this Stellato guy and get a real agent. Stellato has been all about promoting his own 15 minutes of fame rather than spending all his time trying to get DeVito better gigs. Making $10k for a sandwich shop is nice, but I feel like he could have gotten a deal done with Jersey Mike's (seems like an obvious fit) or other bigger brands. Maybe I'm wrong about that, but Stellato seems to be hogging the spotlight for such a small-time agent. It's fine if that's how he wants to play it, but I'd think about getting someone more serious if I were DeVito.
He is not getting an ad campaign with Jersey Mike's. He is not Eli. This was a one-time appearance. Something all of these guys do. I have been in the business and NO WAY would I pay him $10K for an appearance. Part of the money for the promoters is selling signed stuff of the player afterwards. Within 2 weeks, all of that signed product will be worthless. Now, if the store was doing this just to get people in and to show-off their place, that is one thing. From what I understand, it is a new store to the town. So, the autographs might be free and a write-off for the store. Most of these are not. My friend did this with his ice cream store. Had Jessie Armstead in when he first started coaching. He paid Armstead, charged $20 per autograph. Didnt make much with the autographs, but said he did VERY well with ice cream sales that day, so it was worth it.
Quote from: coggs on December 18, 2023, 08:35:04 AMHe is not getting an ad campaign with Jersey Mike's. He is not Eli. This was a one-time appearance. Something all of these guys do. I have been in the business and NO WAY would I pay him $10K for an appearance. Part of the money for the promoters is selling signed stuff of the player afterwards. Within 2 weeks, all of that signed product will be worthless. Now, if the store was doing this just to get people in and to show-off their place, that is one thing. From what I understand, it is a new store to the town. So, the autographs might be free and a write-off for the store. Most of these are not. My friend did this with his ice cream store. Had Jessie Armstead in when he first started coaching. He paid Armstead, charged $20 per autograph. Didnt make much with the autographs, but said he did VERY well with ice cream sales that day, so it was worth it.
I guess part of the value also is just marketing your business to the general public and potentially generating future business (days/weeks/months/years after the player's appearance) that you might not have gotten otherwise. Hard to measure and attribute that, but I would imagine it's on business owners' minds when they do these types of deals. Not my area of professional expertise though so that is just a guess.
Quote from: DaveBrown74 on December 18, 2023, 09:04:37 AMI guess part of the value also is just marketing your business to the general public and potentially generating future business (days/weeks/months/years after the player's appearance) that you might not have gotten otherwise. Hard to measure and attribute that, but I would imagine it's on business owners' minds when they do these types of deals. Not my area of professional expertise though so that is just a guess.
Turns out, they were charging $50 an autograph. So, at $10,000 they to see 200 tickets just to break even. Not easy to do.
I like Cutlets but I wouldn't pay more than $5 for his autograph. He's just another guy to me. People are nuts. It the holidays. Donate $50.
What he should do is put his agent in his place, call the business owner, apologize and do it for free. You don't go back on an agreement and this is a hit on him no matter how it went down.