Wait, Is Tommy DeVito Related to Danny DeVito? Here's the Truth

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Tommy DeVito is the breakout star of the 2023 NFL season. The 25-year-old quarterback was an undrafted free agent who was named the starter for the New York Giants after both Daniel Jones and Tyrod Taylor suffered injuries. Tommy has taken center stage, thanks to his on-field talent, Italian-American pride, and his close-knit family. Here's what we know about "Tommy Cutlets" aka "The Passing Paisano" (he already has two nicknames!).

Is Tommy DeVito related to Danny DeVito?

Tommy and Danny share more than a last name: They're both New Jersey natives. So it stands to reason that the professional athlete and the 79-year-old star of Twins, Taxi, and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia are related, right? Surprisingly, no. Even though DeVito is a fairly uncommon surname, there is no evidence that the two are related. Hey, but maybe they can star in a Jersey Mikes commercial together!

Where did Tommy DeVito go to college?

The New Jersey native started his college career at Syracuse in 2018. He played in 26 games before losing the starting job during his senior season. The quarterback decided to enter the transfer portal and played his final season with the University of Illinois. The Giants signed him in 2023 as an undrafted free agent.

How much does Tommy DeVito make?

As far as NFL contracts go, not much! He signed a 3-year contract for $2.705 million, which breaks down to $44,000 per game. By comparison, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, who was the number 1 draft pick in 2023, signed a 4-year contract for nearly $38 million.

Tommy is making sure he spends his money wisely. He famously told ESPN that he lives at home with his parents, Tom and Alexandra, who live close to the Giants facility. He said, "I don't have to worry about laundry, what I'm eating for dinner, chicken cutlets and all that is waiting for me when I get there. My mom still makes my bed. Everything is handled for me. Honestly, I don't even know if I could find a place closer to here than where I live. It takes me 12 minutes to get here."

The Tommy DeVito legend continues this week, when he and the Giants take on the Green Bay Packers for Monday Night Football in week 14.

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