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New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo has acknowledged that rookie quarterback Drake Maye has outperformed veteran Jacoby Brissett in recent weeks. However, Mayo remains cautious about starting Maye in Week 1, citing concerns about the challenges rookie quarterbacks face in the NFL. Despite Maye's impressive preseason performance, it seems Brissett is still favored to start the season opener against Cincinnati, mainly due to his experience and the current state of the team's offensive line and receiving corps.
- Drake Maye has shown potential but faces a tough situation as a rookie.
- Jacoby Brissett's experience may give him the edge for the starting job despite Maye's better preseason performance.
Drake Maye | QB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 1
7 carries
32 rush yards
1 rush TDs
192 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Completed 21 of 34 passes for 192 yards and a touchdown in the preseason.
- Added seven carries for 32 rushing yards and another touchdown.
- May not start Week 1 despite outperforming Brissett due to concerns about his readiness.
Jacoby Brissett | QB
Injury
Week 1
36 pass yards
01 interceptions
- Struggled in the preseason with only 5 completions on 14 attempts for 36 yards and an interception.
- Suffered a right shoulder injury but Mayo downplayed its significance.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots are in a quarterback battle that could impact their offensive performance early in the season.
- Concerns about the offensive line and receiving corps may hinder the success of either quarterback.