In an announcement that has sent shockwaves through the football world, veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett has been named the starting quarterback for the New England Patriots, as reported by multiple sources. Brissett, who signed a one-year deal with the Patriots in the offseason, will lead the team onto the field when they face off against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1 on Sept. 8.
This decision marks a homecoming of sorts for Brissett, who was originally drafted by the Patriots in the third round of the 2016 NFL draft to serve as a backup to the legendary Tom Brady. The 31-year-old got his chance to shine in 2016 when Brady was sidelined due to his involvement in the infamous Deflategate scandal, starting two games for the Patriots.
Since his time in New England, Brissett has journeyed through multiple teams in the league, including the Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, Cleveland Browns, and Washington Commanders. Over the course of his eight seasons in the NFL, Brissett has started 48 games, completing 61.3% of his passes for 10,574 yards and 51 touchdowns to 23 interceptions.
With Brissett solidified as the starting quarterback, the spotlight now turns to rookie No. 3 pick Drake Maye, who will serve as Brissett’s primary backup for the upcoming season. Maye caught the attention of the Patriots coaching staff with his impressive performance during training camp, showing significant improvement and making a strong case for the starting position. However, the team has opted to take a cautious approach with Maye’s development, allowing him to learn and grow behind Brissett during his rookie year.
The stage is set for an exciting season for the New England Patriots, with Brissett at the helm and Maye waiting in the wings for his chance to shine. As the team prepares to make their mark in the league once again, all eyes will be on Brissett and Maye as they lead the charge on the field.
