Share this: The New England Patriots could enter Thursday night’s game against the Houston Texans with the understanding that wide receiver Julian Edelman might be called upon to play quarterback. It would take an unfortunate set of circumstances, as the Patriots are expected to hand the quarterback keys to rookie Jacoby Brissett with Jimmy Garoppolo injured and Tom Brady still serving his Deflategate suspension. But New England hasn’t added a quarterback and Garoppolo might not dress for the game, leaving Brissett as the only legitimate quarterback on the Patriots’ roster. If that ends up being the case, Edelman likely will serve as New England’s backup quarterback. The Patriots’ hope surely is that Brissett stays healthy and on the field, eliminating the need for
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With Jacoby Brissett Or Jimmy Garoppolo, Patriots Will Stick To Same Formula
by Zack Cox on Mon, Sep 19, 2016 at 11:53AM 2,704 Share this: The New England Patriots will tweak their offensive game plan if rookie Jacoby Brissett, not Jimmy Garoppolo, must start under center Thursday night against the Houston Texans. But they won’t overhaul it. Speaking on a conference call with reporters Monday, Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels said the team will stick to the same formula regardless of which quarterback gets the nod against Houston. “We always try to do what’s right for the week,” McDaniels said. “There’s a lot of variables that go into that, and certainly we consider all positions. If we have some situation where we’re missing somebody on the offensive line or at a receiver position, tight end, quarterback, running back — we
What To Know About Jacoby Brissett, Patriots’ Potential Week 3 QB
Share this: The New England Patriots still don’t have a quarterback controversy, but they are left with a quarterback conundrum after Jimmy Garoppolo injured his throwing shoulder Sunday. Reports vary on how long Garoppolo will be out and whether he’ll be able to suit up or play in Week 3 against the Houston Texans. If Garoppolo can’t start, rookie Jacoby Brissett will take his place, as he did in the Patriots’ 31-24 Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins. So, what should you know about Brissett? — The 6-foot-4, 235-pound quarterback was selected by the Patriots out of North Carolina State with the 91st overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. It took him a while to sign his rookie contract because he represents himself. —
Ex-Patriots Exec: Jimmy Garoppolo Throws Vertical Better Than Tom Brady
New England Patriots fans can be a sensitive bunch when it comes to Tom Brady. It’s certainly admirable to see New Englanders support their favorite quarterback, but in turn, every critique of Brady is blown out of proportion. It’s almost impossible to make a less-than complimentary observation about TB12. Former Patriots assistant to the coach staff — and Oakland Raiders and Cleveland Browns general manager — Michael Lombardi did just that while discussing Jimmy Garoppolo, New England’s starter until Brady returns from a four-game suspension, on the Ringer’s “Bill Simmons Podcast”. “I’ve been fortunate enough, I’ve watched pract... NESN.com
Bill Belichick Not On Twitter, But Sean Payton’s Support ‘Means A Lot’
Share this: FOXBORO, Mass. — Sean Payton earned the admiration of New England Patriots fans when he tweeted out a show of support to Tom Brady on Sunday. The New Orleans Saints head coach manually retweeted a picture sent out by the Patriots of a Brady banner, and the quarterback’s No. 12, hanging on the Gillette Stadium lighthouse. “There aren’t a lot of people that can understand what Tom’s going through,” Payton said when asked about the gesture Thursday on ESPN’s “Mike and Mike” radio show. “I’m one of them.” Payton was suspended for an entire season by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for his role in the Saints’ bounty scandal. Brady is suspended for the first four weeks of the 2016 NFL season after
Jimmy Garoppolo’s Strategy For Patriots’ Season Opener? Just Be Jimmy
by Zack Cox on Tue, Sep 6, 2016 at 11:40AM 1,071 New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels said over the weekend he simply wants Jimmy Garoppolo to be himself as he prepares to fill Tom Brady’s sizable shoes. It sounds like that’s exactly what Garoppolo plans to do. “You can’t really overthink it,” the Patriots’ interim starting quarterback said Tuesday morning on WEEI’s “Kirk & Callahan.” “You can’t try to be fake about it, either. You have to ma... NESN.com
Patriots Final 53-Man Roster Projection: Injuries Force Tough Cuts At Receiver
Share this: The New England Patriots must cut down their roster to 53 players by Saturday at 4 p.m., and injuries suffered Thursday made the process a bit more complicated. The Patriots suffered injuries at wide receiver, running back, linebacker and offensive tackle. See how our Patriots beat writers Doug Kyed and Zack Cox work around those ailments in their final 53-man roster projection of the summer. QUARTERBACKDoug KyedIn: Jacoby Brissett, Jimmy Garoppolo (2)Suspended: Tom Brady (four games)Out: NoneNo changes here. Brissett was impressive again, so there’s no need for another quarterback on the roster. Zack CoxIn: Jacoby Brissett, Jimmy Garoppolo (2)Suspended: Tom Brady (four games)Out: NoneThis is locked in. I’ve seen enough from Brissett this preseason to convince me he can be a serviceable backup for the next month. RUNNING BACKKyedIn: LeGarrette