Career
He played college football at the University of Maryland, and signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2013. New England Patriots
On April 30, 2013, Vellano signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent. In Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals, he received his first career start in place of Vince Wilfork, who was placed on injured reserve.
On August 31, 2015, the Patriots released Vellano.
He was re-signed to the practice squad on September 26, and released again on September 30. Indianapolis Colts
On December 22, 2015, Vellano signed to the practice squad of the Indianapolis Colts.
Second stint with Patriots
On January 26, 2016, the New England Patriots signed Vellano to a futures contract.