You Won't Believe What Patriots' Tommy DeVito Just Revealed About His Loyalty Before Giants Showdown!

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — As the New England Patriots gear up for their Week 13 showdown against the New York Giants at Gillette Stadium, quarterback Tommy DeVito is approaching the game with a clear mindset: “not personal, but strictly business.” Now calling southern New England home after two seasons in the NFL with the Giants, the Livingston, NJ native is excited about his new role with the Patriots.

DeVito, who spent his first two NFL seasons at MetLife Stadium, expressed his appreciation for his time with the Giants, saying, “I loved my time there. When I was there, it was, ‘Go Giants’ but now it’s ‘Go Pats’ all the way. I hope we blow them out.” This sentiment captures the unique position he finds himself in—a player with affection for his former team, yet fully committed to his current one.

After signing with the Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2023, DeVito quickly became a fan favorite, not just for his Italian-American heritage but also for his dynamic playing style. Over six starts, he recorded a record of 3-3, amassing 1,101 yards, eight touchdowns, and three interceptions. However, in 2024, DeVito's role shifted primarily to backup, where he completed 31 passes for 257 yards in three games.

This summer, DeVito found himself in a competitive quarterback landscape in New York, positioned behind Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston, and rookie Jaxson Dart. Ultimately, the Giants released him, hoping to bring him back onto the practice squad. Dart's ascension to the starting role and Winston's position as primary backup further complicated DeVito's situation, leading to Wilson's relegation to third string.

After what would be his last game as a Giant—a 42-10 loss in the preseason against the Patriots—DeVito showcased his potential by completing 17-of-20 passes for 198 yards and three touchdowns. This strong performance caught the attention of Patriots fans, who began advocating for his addition to their quarterback room, which included starter Drake Maye and veteran reserve Joshua Dobbs.

In a strategic move, the Patriots claimed DeVito via waivers in late August. Although he has primarily served as an emergency third-string quarterback throughout the season, his contributions have not gone unnoticed by head coach Mike Vrabel. Vrabel praised DeVito's proactive engagement during practice, indicating that he is a vital asset during competitive drills, particularly in helping teammates prepare for various game situations.

“I think, good,” Vrabel said of his reserves, specifically mentioning DeVito and Dobbs. “We use our Thursday practices for competitive reps and they're leading the show team. We don't ask those guys to throw it to a certain guy, we tell them to read it out, play quarterback, ‘do that down here in the red zone’ on Fridays, try to put them in positions to read the coverage, middle field open, middle field closed, pressure, whatever it may be … I want to let every player at every position try to play the game, practice and be ready to go.”

DeVito’s dual-threat ability—his capacity to make plays with both his arm and legs—aligns well with the offensive system run by coordinator Josh McDaniels. With prior experience under McDaniels’ disciple Brian Daboll at the Giants, DeVito is optimistic about integrating into the Patriots’ offense quickly.

A win against the Giants this week would not only mark the Patriots' 11th victory of the season but also extend their winning streak to ten games. With playoffs approaching, every game counts. As they prepare, the coaching staff will be looking for every potential advantage. DeVito, eager to contribute, said, “I can help player breakdowns and give my two cents here and there. I’ll help in any way I can.”

With the stakes high and emotions running deep, it's clear that while DeVito might have once been a Giant, he is now all in for the Patriots, leaving behind any need to “take sides against the family.”

For passionate fans of American football, the upcoming clash between the Patriots and Giants will not just be a game, but a chance to witness the evolution of a quarterback navigating his way through the complexities of the NFL. As DeVito steps onto the field, the weight of his journey—filled with ups, downs, and unexpected turns—will be on display for all to see.