As Mac Jones looks to shake off a rough start to the 2023 season, the Patriots are reportedly adding an intriguing, dual-threat rookie quarterback to the main roster ahead of Week 6.
New England has agreed to terms on a three-year deal with QB/wide receiver hybrid and former Louisville standout Malik Cunningham, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Saturday. The move will elevate Cunningham, 25, from the Patriots practice squad, which he joined in August after impressing the team as an undrafted free agent in training camp and the preseason.
With the Patriots (1–4) in search of a spark, Saturday’s move brings added intrigue entering Sunday’s game against the Raiders (2–3) after a week of practice that saw the team work on packages for Cunningham under center and at receiver, according to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer.
