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Patriots edge Eagles 24-21 as backups pace preseason win
sports13 days ago

Patriots edge Eagles 24-21 as backups pace preseason win

In Foxborough, the Patriots beat the Eagles 24-21 in a lively preseason game highlighted by backup quarterbacks Tommy DeVito (8-of-15, 151 yards, 1 TD) and Behren Morton (13-of-17, 129 yards, 1 TD). Morton also contributed as a dual-threat, while Lan Larison rushed for 33 yards, caught 41 yards, and scored in the fourth quarter to help seal the win. New England’s depth showed across offense and defense as rookies and backups filled key roles ahead of the 53-man deadline.

DeVito leads Patriots in 13-13 preseason stalemate with the Colts
sports22 days ago

DeVito leads Patriots in 13-13 preseason stalemate with the Colts

New England and Indianapolis played to a 13-13 tie in the 2026 preseason opener. Tommy DeVito started at quarterback for the Patriots, going 13-of-22 for 138 yards with a TD and no turnovers, while rookie Behren Morton struggled after halftime. The interior offensive line was thin due to injuries, Jam Miller led the backfield with 55 rushing yards, and the defense created turnovers (two interceptions) as the kicking game was imperfect (Borregales went 2-for-5 on field goals).

Maye Edges Jones in Foxboro as Patriots-Colts Practice Highlights Depth
sports24 days ago

Maye Edges Jones in Foxboro as Patriots-Colts Practice Highlights Depth

In Foxboro, the Patriots and Colts held a joint practice where Drake Maye generally outperformed Colts QB Daniel Jones in 11-on-11s, though Maye threw an interception on the final drive as Jones capped his sequence with a late TD. The Patriots’ reserves won both 1-minute drills, with Tommy DeVito connecting on a long TD to Mack Hollins and later a two-point conversion to Eli Raridon. Dell Pettus stood out on defense, while Jonathan Taylor looked sharp for Indy behind a strong Colts line. New England mixed in rookies and depth players—Eli Raridon stood out as a target, Marcellas Dial Jr. logged multiple breakups, and Elijah Ponder flashed with a would-be sack. Absences and injuries clouded the day (Gonzalez, Woods, Brown out; Elliss limited; Barmore sidelined), with next practice Aug. 19 vs the Eagles.

Douglas shines as DeVito pilots Patriots through scrimmage
sports28 days ago

Douglas shines as DeVito pilots Patriots through scrimmage

WR DeMario Douglas starred at Friday’s practice scrimmage, catching six passes with two touchdowns and a 50-yard gain late in the two-minute drill. Backup QB Tommy DeVito went 13-for-16 with two TDs, highlighting himself as the No. 2 on the depth chart. Undrafted rookies Xavier Holmes and Khalil Jacobs turned heads, while CB Kindle Vildor broke up two passes. Kicker Andy Borregales struggled, missing a 50-yard field goal and an extra point. After five practices, the Patriots head into a weekend break and return Tuesday for a joint session with the Colts ahead of the preseason opener.

Blue-White Scrimmage Sparks Patriots Win as DeVito, Maye Shine
sports28 days ago

Blue-White Scrimmage Sparks Patriots Win as DeVito, Maye Shine

Patriots' Blue team beat White 23-17 in the intrasquad, led by Tommy DeVito (12 of 14, 197 yards, 2 TDs) and Drake Maye (10 of 18, 126 yards, 2 TDs). Hunter Henry left with an apparent leg injury, Will Campbell sat out with a left-arm issue, and Marcus Bryant was briefly ill as New England prepares for a Colts joint practice after two off days.

Patriots move on from Joshua Dobbs, betting on DeVito and Maye
sports5 months ago

Patriots move on from Joshua Dobbs, betting on DeVito and Maye

The New England Patriots plan to release quarterback Joshua Dobbs, saving about $3.7 million against the cap with $1.05 million in dead money after his 2025 backup role. The team recently re-signed Tommy DeVito to a two-year, $4.4 million deal and he is likely to back up Drake Maye in 2026, while Dobbs’ career totals include 27 games (15 starts), 3,346 passing yards, 17 touchdowns and 15 interceptions as a journeyman across six teams.

Patriots Bring Back QB Tommy DeVito on Two-Year Deal
sports6 months ago

Patriots Bring Back QB Tommy DeVito on Two-Year Deal

Tommy DeVito re-signs with the New England Patriots on a two-year, $7.4 million contract with $2 million guaranteed, keeping the 27-year-old as a reserve quarterback behind Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs after not appearing in 2025 games; he previously appeared in 12 Giants games with eight starts and a 65.3% completion rate for 1,358 yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions.

Patriots Claim QB Tommy DeVito Amid NFL Roster Moves
sports1 year ago

Patriots Claim QB Tommy DeVito Amid NFL Roster Moves

The New York Giants hoped to re-sign quarterback Tommy DeVito to their practice squad after cutting him, but he was claimed by the New England Patriots and added to their 53-man roster. Giants GM Joe Schoen expressed happiness for DeVito's new opportunity and acknowledged the team's roster constraints. DeVito impressed in preseason and has shown he belongs on an NFL roster, even if not with the Giants.

Patriots Claim QB Tommy DeVito Amid Roster Changes
sports1 year ago

Patriots Claim QB Tommy DeVito Amid Roster Changes

The Patriots added quarterback Tommy DeVito off waivers to their roster, competing with Joshua Dobbs for the backup spot, while also acquiring Rams corner Charles Woods and making other roster adjustments, including releasing Kendrick Bourne. Coach Mike Vrabel explained that these moves aim to strengthen the overall team composition and adapt to performance and practice insights.