New England Patriots Welcome Tommy DeVito After Giants Waiver

New England Patriots Welcome Tommy DeVito After Giants Waiver

Tommy DeVito, once a fan favorite with the New York Giants, has quickly found a new opportunity. The quarterback was waived by the Giants on Tuesday, but the New England Patriots claimed him off waivers the following day.

At 27 years old, DeVito will now join the Patriots as their third-string quarterback. He will work behind starter Drake Maye and backup Josh Dobbs, adding depth to the team’s quarterback lineup.

Giants’ Quarterback Room Restructure

DeVito’s move to the Patriots comes as a result of a significant restructuring of the Giants’ quarterback situation. The team has made substantial changes in the offseason by signing veteran quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston and drafting Jaxson Dart in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. This overhaul left DeVito as the fourth-string option, leading to his waiver.

In his two-year tenure with the Giants, DeVito made a total of eight starts and appeared in 12 games overall. His performance in 2023 was noteworthy, as he recorded a 3-3 record while completing 64% of his passes. He amassed 1,101 passing yards, securing eight touchdowns against three interceptions. DeVito’s breakout moment came when he earned the nickname “Tommy Cutlets” during his tenure.

Mixed Results from the Previous Season

Despite his promising start to the current season, DeVito faced challenges in the previous year. In two starts, he managed to complete 70.5% of his passes but totaled only 257 yards without any touchdowns or interceptions.

A Standout Performance in Preseason

DeVito showed flashes of brilliance during the preseason, especially in a game against the Patriots where he completed 17 of 20 passes, totaling 198 yards and three touchdowns in a commanding 42-10 victory. Overall, he completed 30 of 38 passes across three preseason games, accumulating 323 yards with four touchdowns and just one interception.

Patriots Coach Comments on the Acquisition

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel spoke on the acquisition, stating that the team aims to strengthen its roster, particularly at critical positions. Adding depth in the quarterback lineup is part of a larger strategy to enhance the team’s overall capabilities on both offense and defense.

Vrabel acknowledged the value of having their vice president of player personnel, Ryan Cowden, who previously served as an adviser to the Giants’ general manager. His insights about DeVito’s skills were crucial in the decision to bring him aboard.

What Lies Ahead for DeVito

As DeVito transitions into his role with the Patriots, he faces a unique opportunity to develop under the guidance of experienced teammates and coaching staff. His dual experience as both a starter and a backup could serve him well as he works to carve out his niche within the Patriots organization.

For fans and analysts alike, DeVito’s journey with New England will be worth monitoring. Whether he can capitalize on this chance and establish himself as a reliable backup quarterback remains to be seen. However, his strong performances in the preseason have already established expectations among observers of the team.

Fans will surely be eager to see how DeVito fits into the competitive landscape of the NFL and whether he can contribute to the Patriots’ success in the upcoming season.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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