Watch Out for Two Chainz in Football

There’s a new name making waves in the football scene—backup quarterback Tommy DeVito, who used to go by “Tommy Cattletz” when he was at the Meadowlands. Now, he’s adopted the moniker “Two Chainz,” and it has nothing to do with rap, but it’s certainly catching on since his move to the Patriots.

New England coach Mike Vrabel shared his thoughts on DeVito, saying, “Two Chains is doing a great job. He’s learning, and his focus has improved a lot; it’s important to really engage with the new system instead of assuming you already know it. He’s been really impressive.” It sounds like DeVito is adapting well, which is good news for the team.

Hailing from New Jersey, DeVito gained a certain cult following from Giants fans when he started six consecutive games back in 2024. Interesting fact—while living with his parents, he earned the nickname “Tommy Cutlet” because of his mother Lexi’s famous chicken cutlets. Italian traditions, including expressive hand gestures, also play a big role in his life.

After being released by the Giants before the 2025 season, DeVito found his way to the Patriots. Initially, Vrabel called him “Cutlet,” but that all changed when he noticed the two gold chains that DeVito wears constantly. “And that’s when I became ‘Two Chains,'” DeVito remarked.

Despite not really being on the field yet, he seems to be enjoying his time in New England. Last season, he sat as a third-string quarterback behind Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs, who helped the team reach the Super Bowl. With Dobbs gone now, it looks like DeVito will be taking up the backup role this year, and he feels much more settled as he enters his second season with the team.

DeVito expressed his new-found comfort, saying, “It’s a different world this time around. Learning in the classroom is one thing, but getting live reps is another. Last year, I didn’t have any offensive reps until OTAs.” This time, it’s different, and he really seems to appreciate the offensive structure the Patriots have established.

“The beauty of this offense is that the quarterback has all the control,” he explained. “You get to make all the calls, whether you want to run a play or adjust. Everything goes through the quarterback, and it’s fantastic to have that level of trust from a coach.” He also noted his impressive growth over time, crediting both the coaching staff and the players around him for pushing him to reach his potential and land a spot on the national team.