Patriots Release Joshua Dobbs, Promote Tommy DeVito

0:00On March 23rd, the New England Patriots are moving on from back-up quarterback Joshua Dobbs. The team plans to release the 31-year-old veteran after failing to find trade partners. This clears the way for Tommy DeVito to step in as the number two behind starter, Drake May. Dobbs joined the Patriots last March on a two-year deal worth $8 million, with $3.8 million guaranteed. He appeared in just four games, completing 7 of 10 passes for 65 yards, with no touchdowns or picks. His upcoming cap hit a $4.75 million factored into the decision. Dobbs entered the league as a fourth-round pick in 2017 and bounced around 19s over his career. In 27 appearances, including 15 starts, he threw for about 3,300 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 15. Interceptions. He also added 515 rushing yards and 8 scores on the ground. Meanwhile, DeVito, a 27-year-old, undrafted free agent out of Syracuse, was claimed off waivers from the New York Giants last summer.

1:05He served as the emergency third stringer during the Patriots' AFC. Championship run and recently signed a two-year extension worth $4.4 million in base value. With DeVito now locked in under head coach Mike Vrable, an offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, the Patriots solidify their quarterback room heading. Into the new league year. That wraps NFL News Today, brought to you with AI.