They were pulled from the sea near Babbacombe Beach on Thursday afternoon.
The pair, aged 25 and 26, were brought to the shore and taken to Torbay Hospital.
The families of the men, who were from the area, have been told.
Police enquires remain ongoing at this time.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting log 552 of Thursday 27 June.
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