**Trouble Brewing in Giants' Locker Room: Schoen and Daboll Face Growing Doubts**

Tensions are rising within the New York Giants organization as the relationship between the current regime and the players begins to fray. Sources close to ESPN's Jordan Raanan highlight the discontent among the players, particularly following the unexpected release of Nick McCloud. This move reportedly did not sit well with many in the locker room, raising questions about the popularity of General Manager Joe Schoen among the team.

Adding fuel to the fire, the situation involving quarterback Tyrod Taylor has also caused ripples. Taylor, who had been dealing with a loss of starting position due to injury, was reportedly not inclined to return to the team after last season. Despite expectations hinted at in "Hard Knocks," Taylor's dissatisfaction with being replaced by Tommy DeVito signaled a disconnect between the front office’s perceptions and the reality among players.

The scrutiny is particularly intense for Schoen and Head Coach Brian Daboll as they face criticism for their handling of the quarterback position. With a 2-8 record this season, the Giants are likely eyeing a top draft pick in 2025 to find Daniel Jones’ replacement. However, doubts loom over whether Schoen and Daboll, who have had three offseasons yet failed to secure a stable quarterback, are the right duo to make such a critical decision.

The remaining seven games of this dismal season are pivotal. They will determine not just how high the Giants will draft, but also if Schoen and Daboll will still be at the helm to shape the future quarterback’s development. The decision to pivot to Tommy DeVito as the starting quarterback has further muddied the waters, especially with the confusion surrounding the roles of other quarterbacks like Drew Lock.

DeVito now has an opportunity to prove his worth over these final games. As an exclusive rights free agent, his performance could determine if he remains with the Giants or if another team picks him up. Concurrently, the Giants' 2024 draft class shines a beacon of hope with standout performances, including a Defensive Rookie of the Year frontrunner, Dru Phillips.

As the season progresses, the pressure mounts on Daboll, particularly with intriguing quarterback prospects like Miami's Cam Ward emerging. Ward’s physical attributes and skill set may tempt Daboll, especially given his previous success molding talent like Josh Allen in Buffalo.

The Giants find themselves at a crucial juncture. How they navigate the internal turbulence and make strategic decisions in the coming months will shape the future trajectory of the team.