Could This Surprising QB Addition Transform the Jets’ Season?

So, here’s a curious twist in New York’s quarterback saga: the Giants have locked in their trio—Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston, and Jaxson Dart—leaving beloved local kid Tommy DeVito on the outside looking in. But hold up, all hope might not be lost for DeVito fans. ESPN’s Rich Cimini dropped a nugget suggesting Tommy could slide onto the Jets’ practice squad—a move that’s got me wondering, could this hometown hero’s journey just be getting a second act? With the Jets juggling Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor’s injury history, and a rookie named Brady Cook, adding a familiar face with real game experience might just be the savvy play they need. It’s a classic “what if” scenario that has me itching to see if the Jets will take a local flyer on DeVito—or if this is just another case of almost but not quite. Either way, it’s an intriguing subplot unfolding right next door.

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The New York Giants have settled on their quarterbacks, keeping Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston and Jaxson Dart, as expected.

That means they had to part with fan favorite Tommy DeVito.

However, this might not be the end of the road for the hometown hero.

ESPN reporter Rich Cimini believes DeVito could be a solid addition to the New York Jets‘ practice squad.

“I know others have mentioned this as well, but I think he’d be a good add for the Jets (practice squad). They like [Brady] Cook and can keep him, too, but DeVito has game experience. Important, considering [Tyrod] Taylor’s injury/history,” Cimini wrote on X.

I know others have mentioned this as well, but I think he’d be a good add for the Jets (practice squad). They like Cook and can keep him, too, but DeVito has game experience. Important, considering Taylor’s injury/history. https://t.co/4ypGCtulbj

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 26, 2025

The Jets have Justin Fields as their starter, with Taylor as his backup and rookie Cook as the third-stringer.

A New Jersey native, DeVito likely would love to have another opportunity to stay close to home.

Given his looks and heritage, not to mention some impressive play for an undrafted rookie, DeVito became a fan favorite in New York almost immediately.

He might not be a viable starting quarterback, but that doesn’t mean he can’t have a role in the league.

The Jets may have a need at quarterback, so perhaps they will want to add a local product.

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