Tommy DeVito’s NFL journey has been anything but conventional - and now, he’s one win away from calling himself a Super Bowl champion.
The New Jersey native, who captured hearts last season as an undrafted rookie with the Giants, is back on the sport’s biggest stage, this time as the Patriots’ third-string quarterback heading into Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks. While DeVito won’t be suiting up on Sunday - he’s inactive behind Drake Maye and Josh Dobbs - his presence on the roster marks a remarkable chapter in a story that’s still being written.
Speaking at Super Bowl Opening Night, DeVito looked back on his time in New York with a mix of pride and perspective.
“That was cool and fun, but that’s a Jersey, New York thing, if you will,” DeVito said. “That’s going to be tied to that.
Mainly, because I’m from there. That was one of the most special teams in my life - and I love it every time I go back - but this is a different version of myself, and I’m happy with that.”
It’s easy to see why his Giants stint holds such weight. After going undrafted in 2023, DeVito didn’t just make the roster - he earned eight starts, appearing in a total of 12 games.
He went 3-5 as a starter, throwing for 1,358 yards with eight touchdowns and just three interceptions. Along the way, he became a fan favorite, not just for his gritty play but for his local ties and unmistakable swagger.
But the NFL moves fast. DeVito was waived during the Giants’ final roster cuts in August, and the Patriots pounced, claiming him off waivers. Since then, he’s been a steady presence in New England’s quarterback room, though he hasn’t taken a snap behind Maye and Dobbs.
Now, as the Patriots prepare to face Seattle on Super Bowl Sunday, DeVito finds himself in a new role - not the face of the franchise, but a part of the foundation. And while he won’t be under center, he’s still part of the ride, part of the preparation, part of the team.
New England enters the game as underdogs, with the moneyline sitting at +195. But for DeVito, the odds have never really mattered. From undrafted to the doorstep of a championship, his story is about resilience, growth, and seizing every opportunity - even the ones that come from the sideline.
He may not throw a pass on Sunday, but make no mistake: Tommy DeVito is still in the game.