Jerod Mayo ended with the months-long speculation on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/new-england-patriots-confirm-starting-quarterback-between-drake-maye-and-jacoby-brissett">New England Patriots‘ quarterback situation by announcing Jacoby Brissett</a> as QB1 for the 2024 NFL season on Thursday. Therefore, Drake Maye will be taking a back seat in his rookie year.



The North Carolina product made an impression in preseason, and since he was selected third-overall by the Patriots in the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft, many wondered whether the team would already hand him the reins this year.



It turns out New England will lean on Brissett’s experience before it feels Maye is ready to take over. But far from being upset with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a> for his decision, the rookie QB said he understands the coach. Though he also made it clear how much he’d like to play.



“I wouldn’t say disappointed,” Maye said, via NESN. “Look, I obviously want to play — the competitive edge in me. But at the same time, I understand the situation. Jacoby’s been in the offense — the reps with the ones all camp. So I can’t really say I’m disappointed. At the same time, I want to be playing.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240829_BUS_226708_Drake-Maye-1024x576_aa76fcb3.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Drake Maye New England Patriots" class="wp-image-152141" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots throws the ball during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Jacoby Brissett reveals how Drake Maye reacted to Jerod Mayo’s announcement</h2>



Brissett, who gained the upper hand in the QB battle against Maye, revealed the rookie quarterback went to him after Mayo made his announcement with nothing but encouraging messages.


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“He came up to me and was like, ‘Man, whatever you need I’m here for.’ It’s the same for him, whatever he needs from me I’ll do the same,” Brissett said, before heaping praise on the former Tar Heels star. 



“He’s done a great job — dating back to when he first got here to now. It’s been a lightyear’s difference,” Brissett added. “I think he would say that, as well. I’m excited for his future. He’s going to be a good quarterback in this league.“



<h2>Patriots waiting for the right moment for Maye</h2>



With Brissett turning 32 in December, the Patriots know their starting quarterback is not getting any younger. But since they don’t want to risk messing up their first-round pick, the team feels that the right decision is to wait before sending Maye to the field.



Let’s keep in mind the Patriots have struggled at quarterback since Tom Brady left in 2020, and rushing things may not be the wisest choice right now. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mac-jones">Mac Jones</a> experience may be proof of that.

NFL News: Drake Maye sends clear message to Jerod Mayo as Jacoby Brissett wins Patriots' QB1 job

NFL News: Drake Maye sends clear message to Jerod Mayo as Jacoby Brissett wins Patriots' QB1 job - Bolavip US

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With the new NFL season just around the corner, teams are finalizing details for Week 1. One of the franchises undergoing significant restructuring is the New England Patriots, who have yet to name their starting QB for the debut. In this context, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacoby-brissett">Jacoby Brissett</a> sent a message to Drake Maye and Coach Jerod Mayo.



The post-<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a> and Bill Belichick era has yet to yield immediate positive results. In an initial attempt to find a successor to the multiple-time champion, the management selected Mac Jones in the draft, but the outcomes have been less than favorable for the franchise.



This year, the major gamble was on former North Carolina quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a>, who arrived in New England with strong chances of securing the starting position. However, after the preseason, there is still uncertainty about who will be the starting quarterback for the Week 1 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.



The results in the preseason games may not have met Coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a>‘s expectations. In the opener, the Patriots secured a 17-3 victory against the Carolina Panthers. However, the subsequent two games ended in losses: the second game was a narrow 14-13 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, and the final preseason game was a 20-10 loss to the Washington Commanders.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240827_BUS_221602_Drake-Maye-1-1-1024x576_21744822.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Drake Maye New England Patriots" class="wp-image-221612" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-1-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-1-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-1-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-1-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-1-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots looks to pass during the first half of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium on August 15, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



Both quarterbacks have seen playing time throughout the preseason games, but neither has secured the position decisively. As a result, the staff has yet to decide who will be the starter for the opening game.


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<h2>Brissett sends a clear message to the coach</h2>



During the preseason game against the Commanders, Jacoby Brissett injured his shoulder and had to leave the game. Nevertheless, he has assured that he will be available for the season opener.



In statements to WEEI, the former Colts and Browns player declared: “It’s good. I think it was more of like a precautionary measure. . . . I’m fine. I hadn’t gotten hit in eight months, so it kind of surprised me more than anything. I feel good, excited, ready for the season.”



“In my eyes, I am [starting Week 1]. I haven’t heard anything differently. So that’s what I have to go off of.”, declared regarding his availability for the season opener.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240827_BUS_221602_Jacoby-Brissett-2-1024x576_4be26f4f.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jacoby Brissett New England Patriots" class="wp-image-221623" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jacoby-Brissett-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jacoby-Brissett-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jacoby-Brissett-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jacoby-Brissett-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jacoby-Brissett-2.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jacoby Brissett #14 of the New England Patriots looks to pass during the first half of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium on August 15, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>The Patriots’ season opener</h2>



With the goal of improving upon last season’s results, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a> will start the tournament with the following games:



<ul><li>vs Cincinnati Bengals, September 8th</li><li>vs Seattle Seahawks, September 15th</li><li>vs New York Jets, September 19th</li><li>vs San Francisco 49ers, September 29th</li><li>vs Miami Dolphins, October 6th</li></ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240827_BUS_221602_Jerod-Mayo-1-1024x576_ea39fcde.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jerod Mayo Head Coach" class="wp-image-221628" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach of Jerod Mayo the New England Patriots looks on during the fourth quarter of the preseason game against the Washington Commanders at Commanders Field on August 25, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.</figcaption></figure>

NFL News: Patriots Brissett warns Drake Maye again with clear message to Jerod Mayo

NFL News: Patriots Brissett warns Drake Maye again with clear message to Jerod Mayo - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a>‘ quarterback situation remains uncertain ahead of the 2024 NFL season. With Week 1 drawing nearer, head coach Jerod Mayo has yet to decide whether to lean on Jacoby Brissett‘s experience or in Drake Maye‘s potential.



The former has returned to Foxborough before the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft this offseason as a potential bridge quarterback, with the latter being selected by the Patriots with the third overall pick in June.



Now, the question is whether Maye or Brissett will be under center when New England plays Cincinnati in two weeks. Both quarterbacks have been competing for the job throughout the summer, but the rookie has already made it clear to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a> he will not be upset if Brissett gets to start.



“The biggest thing with me I think personal goals come with winning,” Maye said Wednesday, via NESN. “Personal goal is to help this football team win in whichever way I can. So, whether that’s starting or whether that’s helping Jacoby, any way, just helping this team win, that’s the main focus.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240822_BUS_161589_Drake-Maye-1024x576_1311bbb2.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Drake Maye New England Patriots" class="wp-image-152141" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Drake-Maye.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots throws the ball during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



“I think all scenarios are different,” Maye added. “I think you’ve seen some success from guys that play right away and some that sit. So, just trust in the organization, trust in what the coaches think and I’m just here to continue to work and be ready when my name’s called.”






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<h2>Mayo to choose between Maye or Brissett for Patriots QB1 job soon</h2>



After suggesting Brissett was entering training camp as QB1 earlier this offseason, Mayo recently appeared to leave the door open on promoting Maye for the season opener. However, the Patriots coach will make the final decision in only a few days.



“I would say by Monday night we should know who the quarterback is,” Mayo said Wednesday. “I think Monday or Monday/Tuesday we probably need to know who it is. That doesn’t mean I’ll tell you (media) on Monday or Tuesday.”


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<h2>Patriots hoping to find long-term solution at QB</h2>



The Patriots have struggled at quarterback since they lost their greatest player of all time. Tom Brady’s departure in 2020 left a huge void at the position, which they’re still trying to fill four years later.



After a transition year with Cam Newton, the Patriots thought Mac Jones would be their guy. The 2021 first-round pick made an impression in his rookie season, but took many steps back in the next two years and eventually got traded to the Jaguars.



This situation has also led to Bill Belichick’s departure, with the team hoping to get back to glory days. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-jerod-mayo-warns-patriots-fans-ahead-of-first-season-without-bill-belichick">Mayo has warned Patriots fans</a> to be patient, though everyone in New England seems to understand the situation. Even if Maye is given the reins from the get-go, fans know they cannot expect the rookie to turn the franchise around overnight.

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Patriots News: Drake Maye sends message to Jacoby Brissett about the starting QB job

NFL News: Drake Maye makes something clear to Jacoby Brissett, Jerod Mayo about Patriots' QB job - Bolavip US

With one preseason game still to play, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a> are in the final stages of preparation for the NFL season. Head Coach Jared Mayo has yet to decide who will be the starting QB for Week 1, but veteran Jacoby Brissett has made his intentions clear to rookie Drake Maye.



The start of the preseason for a Patriots team in the midst of a rebuild has yielded one win and one loss so far. Both games took place at Gillette Stadium: the debut was a victory against the Carolina Panthers, 17-3, while last weekend saw a narrow defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, 13-14.



Next Sunday, August 25, Mayo and the Patriots will travel to Washington to face the Commanders, with the primary goal of finalizing preparations for the season opener, regardless of the final outcome of the game.



Without a doubt, the most important task for the head coach as the season approaches is to decide who will be the starting quarterback. Mayo has yet to make a decision, choosing between the extensive NFL experience of Brissett or taking a chance on rookie Drake Maye, formerly of North Carolina.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240820_BUS_160834_Drake-Maye-2-1024x576_904d1338.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Drake Maye New England Patriots" class="wp-image-160843" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Drake-Maye-2.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots throws the ball during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



The primary goal moving forward is to improve upon last season’s disappointing campaign. The New England team ended with a lackluster 4-13 record, which naturally placed them at the bottom of the AFC East standings.


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<h2>Brissett made his stance on the situation clear</h2>



While uncertainties remain about the starting lineup the Patriots will field in their season opener against the Bengals, one player who is certain to be in the lineup from the start is former Browns and Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett.



“I still treat myself as if I’m the starter. I can’t worry about that,” Brissett told reporters. “I just go out there and do my job. I’ve been in this league long enough, and a lot of crazy things have happened in my career so far, and I wouldn’t be shocked by anything. But at the same time, I’m enjoying this process, putting my best foot forward, and just letting the chips fall where they may. . . . I don’t really worry about the competition.”, when asked about competition with Maye.



<h2>Mayo has yet to decide between Brissett and Maye</h2>



While <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-drake-maye-makes-something-clear-to-jacoby-brissett-jerod-mayo-about-patriots-qb-job">Maye has made it clear to Mayo and Brissett</a> he will accept any role he’s given, the New England head coach has yet to decide who will start in Week 1. In a statement to the press, Mayo said: “We still don’t know right now. We have another preseason game, and then a week after that. When I know, I’ll let you know.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240820_BUS_160834_Jerod-Mayo-1024x576_0724db4d.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-160846" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/Jerod-Mayo.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo looks on during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



Although it seems that Brissett would be the likely starter, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a> remained optimistic about Maye’s progress at the position: “Right now it’s all going the right way, right direction, and hopefully he continues to get better.”

NFL News: Patriots' QB Jacoby Brissett sends warning to Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo

NFL News: Patriots' QB Jacoby Brissett sends warning to Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo - Bolavip US

A new NFL season is on the horizon, and teams are gearing up as minicamps and pre-season training get underway. Early indications are starting to emerge about which players might make their mark in Week 1.



The New England Patriots are determined to bounce back from their disappointing 4-13 record last season. Head Coach Jerod Mayo is focused on assembling the strongest lineup possible to deliver significant improvements and achieve better results.



In the battle for the starting quarterback position, Head Coach Jerod Mayo faces a crucial decision: whether to place his trust in the rookie talent of Drake Maye or to go with the proven experience of veteran Jacoby Brissett.



Given this situation and with both options on equal footing, Mayo spoke with Kay Adams on her show, “Up &amp; Adams,” and stated: “I think at that point, you have to go with NFL experience. You have to go with Jacoby in that instance.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240730_BUS_152139_Jacoby-Brissett-1024x576_30631f98.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jacoby Brissett New England Patriots" class="wp-image-152152" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Jacoby-Brissett-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Jacoby-Brissett-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Jacoby-Brissett-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Jacoby-Brissett-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Jacoby-Brissett.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jacoby Brissett #7 of the New England Patriots looks on prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium on January 14, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.</figcaption></figure>



“Out here on the field, you can script everything. You have a controlled environment, and when I talk about pro-ready, it’s the off-schedule plays. It’s being able to pull the nose up on the plane as it’s going down. Those are the things that I think about when I say, ‘pro-ready.’ It’s the way they approach the game, and obviously Jacoby has experience, but Drake is approaching the game the right way. We’ll have to see.”, Mayo stated.


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<h2>Jacoby Brissett and his confidence</h2>



Jacoby Brissett exudes confidence as he approaches the potential debut for the New England Patriots. Despite the competition, Brissett remains poised and ready to leverage his experience to secure the starting quarterback role.



“Two things can be true: I can be perfect for the situation, but also, I’m the perfect guy to start, too,” Brissett said on “Up &amp; Adams.” “Don’t take away from it either. I fully expect myself to be the starter as long as I am here.”



<h2>Mayo and his options for the quarterback position</h2>



While the final decision on the starting quarterback will come down to either Jacoby Brissett or Drake Maye, Coach Jerod Mayo also has two other options to consider. Bailey Zappe remains a potential candidate, while Joe Milton III is considered the least probable choice.



<h2>New England Patriots: Early season matchups for 2024</h2>



<ul><li>Week 1: vs Cincinnati Bengals – September 8th, Paycor Stadium</li><li>Week 2: vs Seattle Seahawks – September 15th, Gillette Stadium </li><li>Week 3: vs New York Jets – September 19th, MetLife Stadium</li><li>Week 4: vs San Francisco 49ers – September 29th, Levi’s Stadium</li><li>Week 5: vs Miami Dolphins – October 6th, Gillette Stadium </li></ul>

NFL News: Patriots HC Jerod Mayo has bad news for Drake Maye

NFL News: Patriots HC Jerod Mayo has bad news for Drake Maye - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Jerod Mayo</a> is preparing for his first NFL season at the helm of the New England Patriots. He’ll be replacing none other than the legendary Bill Belichick, who coached Mayo during his decades-long tenure in Foxborough.



However, it looks like the six-time Super Bowl champion didn’t give much advice to his former player as Mayo prepares for the job <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bill-belichick">Belichick</a> had for 24 years.



In an interview with Kay Adams on “Up &amp; Adams” Monday, Mayo was asked whether Belichick reached out ahead of his new gig in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England</a>, in what will be Mayo’s first experience as head coach.



“That’s a tough question,” Mayo said. “We haven’t had a lot of communication since I’ve been here and honestly, for me, my focus is the players. It’s all about the players. I learned a lot from Bill, I honestly did — X’s and O’s and also structure in practice and things like that. But, like I said, it’s a different era and a different time, and hopefully we can have that same success.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240729_BUS_151947_Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o-1024x576_12f9dbd9.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots and inside linebackers coach Jerod Mayo talk on the sidelines in the fourth quarter of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida." class="wp-image-151956" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Head-coach-Bill-Belichick-of-the-New-England-Patriots-and-inside-linebackers-coach-Jerod-Mayo-talk-o.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots and inside linebackers coach Jerod Mayo talk on the sidelines in the fourth quarter of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.</figcaption></figure>



Even though he bid farewell with a press conference alongside Patriots owner Robert Kraft, Belichick is probably not happy with the way his time in New England came to an end. And it may explain why he hasn’t talked that much with the man who will replace him.


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<h2>The history between Belichick and Mayo</h2>



Belichick was responsible of Mayo getting selected out of Tennesse by the Patriots with the 10th overall pick in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft. From then on, they forged a great relationship that continued after the linebacker’s retirement.



Mayo spent his entire playing career in Foxborough, playing for the Patriots for eight seasons between 2008 and 2015. Four years after retiring, he joined Belichick’s staff as linebackers coach. Five seasons later, Mayo was promoted to become the franchise’s first head coach after more than two decades on Belichick’s watch. 



Even though he’ll try to bring back glory days to Gillette Stadium, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-jerod-mayo-warns-patriots-fans-ahead-of-first-season-without-bill-belichick">Mayo has already warned Patriots fans</a> to have realistic expectations for 2024 as the team has a long way to go to get back to the top.

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The New England Patriots decided to part ways with longtime head coach Bill Belichick aiming to bounce back in the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, and they trust in Jerod Mayo to achieve that goal.



However, the rookie head coach is not expected to change things overnight in Foxborough. Even Mayo himself admits the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a> have plenty of work to do before they can think about contending.



“A successful season, in my eyes, is really about the foundation,” Mayo told reporters on Tuesday, as quoted by Pro Football Talk. “Have we put together a good foundation of a combination of young and older players to really start competing?”



Once the most dominant team in the NFL, the Patriots have made the postseason only once since Tom Brady left. That cost <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bill-belichick">Belichick</a> the job he had for decades, but Mayo warns we should wait for New England to challenge for Super Bowls again.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240723_BUS_149337_New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty-1024x576_32c6c612.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26), New England Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty (32) , New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick at Government Center during the Patriots Victory Parade through the streets of Boston on February 7, 2017, in Boston, Massachsetts to celebrate winning Super Bowl LI." class="wp-image-117827" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/New-England-Patriots-cornerback-Logan-Ryan-26-New-England-Patriots-defensive-back-Devin-McCourty.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26), New England Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty (32) , New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick at Government Center during the Patriots Victory Parade through the streets of Boston on February 7, 2017, in Boston, Massachsetts to celebrate winning Super Bowl LI.</figcaption></figure>



“It would be great to get up here and say we’re going to win a Super Bowl, but once again, it’s about the process. I tell the guys all the time, it’s about process and progress and moving forward.”


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<h2>Patriots still looking to overcome Brady’s exit</h2>



All eyes will be on the offense as the unit has struggled big time since Brady left in 2020. After trying their luck with Cam Newton in a transition year, the Patriots thought they’d found their guy when they drafted Mac Jones in 2021.



The Alabama product did give reasons for optimism in his rookie season, but his production fell off a cliff in the next two years. Consequently, the Patriots traded him to the Jacksonville Jaguars this offseason.



The team used this year’s third overall pick to draft Drake Maye, who is expected to become the Patriots’ next franchise quarterback. But it’s veteran QB Jacoby Brissett who started training camp as the starter.



<h2>New England missing the good old days </h2>



While the QB battle is a situation to watch, it’s safe to say New England doesn’t want to rush things. As <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a> said, this year is about laiding a foundation in Foxborough. 



It may not be what fans want to listen from their coach after many disappointing seasons. But this is how the NFL works. The Patriots’ glory days are far behind us, and it could take time before they can become a successful team again.

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Shortly after <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-patriots-find-new-qb-for-8-million-after-trading-mac-jones">signing Jacoby Brissett in free agency</a>, the Pats used the third overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft to select University of North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye. Mayo, however, is not ready to tell who will be under center in Week 1.



“I would say we’re going to compete all spring. We’re going to compete during training camp, and the best player will start,” Mayo told Cameron Wolfe of NFL Media about Maye, as quoted by Pro Football Talk.



<h2>Maye joins Patriots as a promising rookie, but Brissett has proven NFL experience</h2>



Maye made an impression during his time at UNC, leading the Tar Heels to the 2022 ACC Championship Game while setting a school record 4,321 passing yards and 38 passing touchdowns.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240430_BUS_122828_Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U-1024x576_e95599e4.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Drake Maye (10) passes the ball in an NCAA football game ,between University of North Carolina and NC State University, at Carter Finley Stadium, Raleigh, North Carolina." class="wp-image-121362" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/Drake-Maye-10-passes-ball.-NCAA-football-game-between-University-of-North-Carolina-and-NC-State-U.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Drake Maye (10) passes the ball in an NCAA football game ,between University of North Carolina and NC State University, at Carter Finley Stadium, Raleigh, North Carolina.</figcaption></figure>



Brissett, however, has eight years and 48 starts in the NFL under his belt, including one season with the Patriots in 2016, being part of the roster that won <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> LI.


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“Coming in as a rookie, hopefully he’s a sponge. A lot of good players in that locker room. Look, Jacoby understands. He’s a mentor. He’s very smart, has great leadership skills, and hopefully Drake can learn something from him, as well. You can sit here and say he’s not supposed to be pro-ready, but once you get a guy in the building, what if he’s tearing us up on defense?,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerod-mayo">Mayo</a> added.



<h2>Patriots looking for Brady’s successor</h2>



The truth is the Patriots are looking to leave behind what has been a disappointing experience with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mac-jones">Mac Jones</a> as QB1. The Alabama product was named starter in his rookie year in 2021 and did quite well, leading the franchise to its first postseason appearance since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a> left.



Before that, the Patriots spent a lackluster season with Cam Newton, so Jones’ first year gave reasons for optimism in Foxborough. However, the Jacksonville native took many steps back in the next two seasons, which is why the Patriots are now hoping Maye can be their long-term solution. The question is when the team will hand him the reins. According to Mayo, training camp will give us the answer.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> will hold an eternal debt to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tom Brady</a>. He’s the greatest player in franchise history, the biggest winner the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> has ever seen, and, judging by Bill Belichick’s departure, the most important figure they’ve ever had.



Nonetheless, they’re finally ready to move on. Jerod Mayo has taken the reins of the team, and he hopes that Drake Maye will become the franchise-caliber player Mac Jones wasn’t, even if he doesn’t start right away.



That’s why, despite all the rumors and speculation about a potential comeback, and as much as he respects and admires him, Mayo doesn’t think there’s room for Brady in that QB room anymore.



<h2>Jerod Mayo Doesn’t Think Tom Brady Will Come Back</h2>



In his latest radio appearance, Mayo stated that he would welcome Brady back in Foxboro if he wanted to become a coach. As far as playing, he’d have to earn his spot, just like anybody else:



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240429_BUS_122567_Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots-1024x576_e8994c5e.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jerod Mayo, head coach of the New England Patriots" class="wp-image-98873" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Jerod-Mayo-head-coach-of-the-New-England-Patriots.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jerod Mayo, head coach of the New England Patriots</figcaption></figure>



“I love Tom, and the door is always open if he wants to come in here and coach,” the coach said on WEEI. “But as far as going on the field, I don’t know. But if he comes in here, once again, going back to the ‘hey, the best player will play,’ you’ve gotta come in here in compete, and he loves competition. I doubt he’s gonna be walking through these doors any time soon.”



<h2>Will Tom Brady Make An NFL Comeback?</h2>



A couple of weeks ago, the seven-time Super Bowl champion put the sports industry in a frenzy by<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-tom-brady-launches-incredible-social-media-challenge-to-come-out-of-retirement" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> teasing a potential return</a>. Unsurprisingly, he cited the Patriots as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-tom-brady-names-three-possible-teams-to-come-out-of-retirement" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one of the teams</a> he would consider playing for again.



While he acknowledged that he didn’t know if the league would allow him to play because he’s trying to acquire a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, he’s always going to stay in shape.


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Of course, with his multi-year and very lucrative deal with FOX to join their broadcast, all his business ventures, and the time he’s been away from the gridiron, that seems like a long shot at this point. 


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