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QB Jacoby Brissett not sure he’ll return to Patriots in 2025

Jacoby Brissett might seek opportunity elsewhere in 2025

New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett isn’t sure he’ll be returning to the team in 2025.

After signing a one-year deal with the team as the bridge option for rookie quarterback Drake Maye, Brissett will likely seek out another opportunity that gives him a chance to play.

“I’m interested to see what my future holds. Hopefully, I get somewhere to land,” Brissett said ahead of Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals, via ESPN’s Mike Reiss.

When asked if a return to New England was in the cards, the veteran quarterback sounded uncertain.

“I don’t know. It’s kind of early to tell that,” said Brissett.

Maye has assumed the role of starter for the Patriots, which means Brissett would be stuck on backup duty if he re-signed with the team in free agency. Brissett hasn’t shied away from how tough the 2024 season has been on him psychologically.

He was basically used as a human piñata for a rebuilding football team.

“I’m not the one to make excuses, but at some point somebody is going to have to watch the film and understand what I was dealing with,” said Brissett, per Reiss. “I think that kind of speaks for itself. I think it’s very easy for people to blame the quarterback for things — that’s what this profession is — but yeah man, tough year.”

It’s hard to argue the fact that the Patriots had one of the worst offensive lines and receiving corps in the NFL. Brissett is limited in his abilities, but he wasn’t put in a great situation to succeed, either.

He’s currently on a one-year deal, and he’ll have to see how the market unfolds for him in free agency.

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Jacoby Brissett’s reaction to this Drake Maye throw is must-see

Jacoby Brissett’s reaction to this throw was priceless

New England Patriots veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett was hyped for rookie Drake Maye after the incredible touchdown pass he made to tight end Austin Hooper last week against the Indianapolis Colts.

Although the Patriots lost the contest, it was still an incredible play.

The pass itself was a dot over the head of Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin. Hooper snagged the ball from the air and carried it into the end zone for his third touchdown of the season.

The Patriots released a mic’d up video where a fired-up Brissett could be heard on the sidelines cheering on the cool, calm and collected rookie.

“Oh my god!” Brissett exclaimed.

“Nice catch, wasn’t it?” Maye responded.

The buzz surrounding Maye continues to grow by the day. He continues to impress everyone, including teammates, NFL analysts, fans and even opponents. On this particular day, he surprised a longtime veteran quarterback with plenty of experience at the NFL level.

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Jerod Mayo reveals Patriots’ backup plan if Drake Maye is out

Jerod Mayo revealed the plan at quarterback if Drake Maye is out

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo revealed that Joe Milton III will serve as the backup quarterback if Drake Maye can’t play in Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans.

Jacoby Brissett would be the starter.

Maye left Sunday’s game near the end of the first half with a concussion. Brissett came in off the bench and helped lead the Patriots to a comeback victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

It’s worth noting that Milton wore a black practice jersey on Wednesday, per CLNS Media’s Mike Kadlick This means he earned Practice Player of the Week honors.

This could serve as a major subplot for the game if Maye is out on Sunday. If anything, Milton wearing the black jersey signals progress in his overall development.

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AFC East roundup: What happened in the division in Week 8

AFC East roundup: What happened in the division in Week 8

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8 by a score of 31-10. With the win, the Bills remain atop the AFC East with a record of 6-2.

Like Buffalo, the rest of the AFC East was in action. How did each fare last week, and how does the division stack up right now?

Here is a quick recap of what went down in Week 8 with the Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, and New England Patriots:

Miami Dolphins

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The good news for the Dolphins is that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to action in Week 8. The bad news is that it wasn’t enough to fend off a streaky Arizona Cardinals team. The Dolphins lost a heartbreaker at home, 28-27.

Tagovailoa had been out since Week 2 when he suffered his latest concussion. He looked pretty good in his return and Miami looked like a competitive ball club again. They scored 27 points after they went the previous four games without scoring more than 15 points.

The Dolphins are now 2-5 on the year and have to travel to Buffalo in Week 9.

New York Jets

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The Jets lost to the Patriots on the road in Week 8, 25-22. It’s been a rough stretch of football for the Jets. They have now lost five in a row after starting the year 2-1.

Trading for wide receiver Davante Adams and firing head coach Robert Saleh was New York’s best attempt at turning things around. It hasn’t worked yet. With the new faces, they’ve lost their last two.

The Jets are now 2-6 and are backed up to the ledge of their 2024 season. They need to go on a historic run to not fall off the cliff. They will host the 6-2 Houston Texans in Week 9.

New England Patriots

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The Patriots had a great day at Gillette Stadium in Week 8. They beat the Jets on a rushing touchdown from Rhamondre Stevenson with just 22 seconds left.

Unfortunately, rookie quarterback Drake Maye was forced to leave the game due to a concussion. Veteran Jacoby Brissett took over early in the second quarter and led the offense to victory.

With the win, the Patriots improve to 2-6. Maye’s health will be something to monitor as he navigates through concussion protocol this week. His status is up in the air for Week 9 when the Patriots will head to Tennessee to face the 1-6 Titans.

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Aaron Rodgers isn’t premium and the Jets need fuel after 25-22 Patriots loss

Aaron Rodgers isn’t premium and the Jets need fuel after 25-22 Patriots loss

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has fully consumed the mental capacity of fans and teammates in 2024. Yet, his leadership has only led to a spiraling losing streak and increased dissonance from the Jets franchise.

Jets fans may want to blame the defense following a 25-22 loss to the New England Patriots in Week 8, but Rodgers and the offense have been a complete drag, continuously starting games slow. Statistical showings may hint that Rodgers was more effective then in prior weeks but with a 40% conversion rate on third down on Sunday, the Jets are spending far too much time racking up yards and not touchdowns.   

Rodgers went 17 for 28 and featured two touchdowns through 57 total plays, leaving just enough room for New England’s tentative backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett to steal the win. Rodgers and the offense averaged 5.9 yards per play and both running backs in Breece Hall and Braelon Allen shared a decent volume of carries. So why is everything on Rodgers one might ask?

Well, with Rodgers’ name undeniably set on the NFL’s Mount Rushmore due to his career success, critics have been totally dissonant towards his indicatively mediocre play of late. Rodgers’ one touchdown per half contribution is not sufficient enough for the Jets who need premium passing to compete in the AFC this season.   

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Jacoby Brissett, Patriots cut down Jets on late score

The Patriots improved to 2-6 and the Jets fell to the same record

Jacoby Brissett came off the bench when Drake Maye suffered a head injury on Sunday. The backup New England Patriots quarterback came on and led the team to the second victory of its season.

Rhamondre Stevenson completed a 70-yard drive with 25 seconds left on a short touchdown run and the Patriots defeated the New York Jets, 25-22, in a battle of the bottom teams in the AFC East.

The Patriots had 247 yards of total offense in the game and 70 came on the final drive.

The Jets dropped to 2-6 and the Aaron Rodgers era is not looking different than any other tenure of previous quarterbacks other than Joe Namath.

Stevenson had 48 rushing yards on 20 carries, but two of the runs went for touchdowns.

Patriots lose Drake Maye after helmet to helmet hit

A hit to the helmet knocked Drake Maye out of the Jets-Patriots game

The New England Patriots were back to Jacoby Brissett on Sunday after Drake Maye had to leave with a head injury/concussion.

Maye was hit by linebacker Jamien Sherwood.

No penalty was called on the play, somehow.

Patriots QB Jacoby Brissett reacts to being benched for Drake Maye

Jacoby Brissett opens up about being benched for Drake Maye

New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett commented on his feelings on being benched, as rookie Drake Maye will start on Sunday against the Houston Texans.

Brissett has been the Patriots’ starting quarterback through the first four games of the season. He has tallied 696 passing yards, two touchdowns and one interception. The offense has struggled with Brissett’s two touchdowns ranking last in the NFL. His 38.9 quarterback rating ranks 28th.

Maye was officially announced as the starter for Week 6 against the Houston Texans.

“I’ve been through harder things in my life. I’m sure this won’t be the last time I go through something hard. So I’ll be alright. Drake asked me how I’m feeling, and I said, ‘Man, if you’re worried about me, you’re worried about the wrong thing. I can take care of myself.’ I obviously appreciate that, but I’ll be alright,” said Brissett.

Maye is getting thrown right into the fire against a 4-1 Texans team with a great pass rush. Brissett was signed as a bridge quarterback back in March, and now, he has to face the unfortunate reality that comes with that position.

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Patriots turn to Drake Maye as starting quarterback

Drake Maye gets the start for the Patriots in Week Six

It must have been time for a change Tuesday in the AFC East.

Hours after the New York Jets fired head coach Robert Saleh, the New England Patriots decided to switch starting quarterbacks.

Jacoby Brissett heads to the bench after the team started 1-4 and third overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft Drake Maye from North Carolina will be the QB against the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Maye has thrown eight passes with four completions gaining 22 yards in his appearance thus far.

NFL insider suggests possible QB change for Patriots in Week 6

Is it almost Drake Maye time in New England?

The New England Patriots might be considering a change at quarterback, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Perhaps that change could come as soon as Sunday with rookie quarterback Drake Maye potentially starting against the Houston Texans.

Jacoby Brissett has been the starter for the Patriots through the first five weeks of the season. Maye has seen action briefly this season, appearing in the Week 3 meeting with the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football. He went 4-of-8 passing for 22 yards in the game.

The Patriots are coming off a 15-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Frustrations are boiling over with the offensive unit, and it needs a major shake-up to get back on track.

“Based off HC Jerod Maye’s tone and answers at today’s press conference, as well as other sources, a QB change could soon be coming to New England, with rookie first-round pick Drake Maye potentially starting Sunday vs. the Texans,” Schefter posted on Instagram.

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A change could create the spark needed at the quarterback position for New England. Whether the Patriots have an offense capable of supporting a rookie quarterback remains to be seen.

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