Webb has retired from the NFL and was hired as the quarterbacks coach for the Broncos on Saturday, Andrew Crane of the New York Post reports.
What it means:
Webb was a third-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft and made the lone start of his career in Week 18 of the 2022 season. He performed admirably, but even so, he's decided to retire at the age of 28.
Webb reverted to the Giants' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
What it means:
Webb stepped in as the Giants' starting quarterback Week 18 with top signal-caller Daniel Jones and Tyrod Taylor both active but not participating. As a result, the 6-foot-5 Webb went 23-for-40 passing for 168 yards and a touchdown as well as six rushes for 41 yards and a score on the ground. Webb also handled all 63 of the team's offensive snaps while making the second appearance of his career. Expect the 27-year-old to serve as the Giants' next-best option at quarterback if either Jones or Taylor sustain an injury during the team's upcoming playoff appearance.
Webb completed 23 of 40 passes for 168 yards and a touchdown while adding 41 rushing yards and a TD on six carries in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Eagles.
What it means:
Making his first career NFL start with the Giants sitting most of their starters in a season finale that had little on the line for them, Webb didn't have much luck stretching the field as only one of his completions went for more than 16 yards, but that one was a 25-yard score to Kenny Golladay in the fourth quarter. With Daniel Jones and Tyrod Taylor both free agents in the offseason, it's possible Webb could return and have a bigger role for the Giants in 2023, but more likely he'll be looking for a depth role again next season.
Davis Webb to start for Giants in Week 18; Daniel Jones will rest
What it means:
The New York Giants will start Davis Webb at quarterback for their Week 18 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Webb will make his first career start Sunday as the Giants, who have already clinched a playoff berth, rest starting quarterback Daniel Jones. Tyrod Taylor will serve as the backup for today's contest.
Webb has a $6,000 salary on FanDuel and is projected to score 12.6 fantasy points against the Eagles, with 210.9 passing yards, 0.9 touchdowns, and 0.7 interceptions.
Webb, who has been elevated from the Giants' practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles, is expected to start the contest, according to Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record and Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post.
What it means:
Per Stapleton, the Giants are expected to go with Webb over Daniel Jones in the contest, with the team locked into the No. 6 playoff seed in the NFC ahead of Week 18 action. Webb thus represents an option for those who had been considering Jones in fantasy lineups or are otherwise seeking QB help this weekend.
Dunleavy: Giants promote quarterback Davis Webb to active roster, expected to start in Week 18
What it means:
According to Ryan Dunleavy, New York Giants quarterback Ryan Dunleavy is expected to start in Week 18's game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
After the Giants clinched their playoff seat last week, Webb is expected to make first career start in their regular season finale for a resting Daniel Jones. Expect New York to keep most of their first unit on the sidelines on Sunday.
In a matchup versus an Eagles' defense allowing 14.3 FanDuel points per game to quarterbacks, our models project Webb to score 12.8 FanDuel points. Webb's current projection includes 19.7 completions for 0.9 touchdowns and 211.9 yards and 2.7 rushing attempts for 12.3 yards.
