The New England Patriots are making a change at quarterback, and their prized rookie pick from 2024 will be the new starter–at least for one week.
The Patriots revealed on Tuesday that they are switching from veteran Jacoby Brissett to No. 3 overall pick, Drake Maye, ahead of Week 6. Maye has been Brissett’s backup for the first five games, during which the Patriots have ranked 31st (of 32) in both scoring and yardage on offense.
Now, rookie head coach Jerod Mayo and offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt will look to the future with Maye. The rookie from North Carolina had an up-and-down preseason. Maye will make his starting debut against the 4-1 Houston Texans.
