The New York Giants recently made a significant roster move by cutting quarterback Tommy DeVito on Tuesday, with the hope of re-signing him to their practice squad. However, the New England Patriots had different plans, claiming DeVito and adding him to their 53-man roster. Giants General Manager Joe Schoen expressed that he wasn't surprised another team recognized the potential value of DeVito, despite the Giants' inability to keep him on their active roster alongside quarterbacks Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart, and Jameis Winston.
“We’ve got three on the active roster, so it can be difficult sometimes,” Schoen commented. “We’re happy for Tommy. He was claimed by New England, and I’m not sure how many other teams put in claims. We’ll be able to see that probably later today or tomorrow. We would have loved him back. He was claimed, and we wish him nothing but the best.”
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked about DeVito's acquisition and chose to withhold comments until DeVito officially joins the team. However, he did emphasize that “strengthening our roster at a premium position” remains a top priority for the Patriots. This statement underscores the team's strategy of enhancing their quarterback depth, especially in a competitive league.
DeVito’s impressive performance during the preseason finale against the Patriots showcased why he was a valuable addition for New England. He completed an impressive 17 of 20 passes for 198 yards and threw three touchdowns while leading the Giants’ backup offense against the Patriots’ backup defense. This game significantly highlighted DeVito's potential and ability to operate effectively under pressure.
Initially arriving with the Giants as an undrafted rookie, DeVito was not expected to make a substantial impact in the NFL. However, his consistent performances in limited opportunities have proven that he deserves a place on a 53-man roster. Despite his departure from the Giants, it is clear that DeVito's talent and determination have set him up for a promising career ahead.
