With Mac Jones likely to miss multiple games due to a severe high ankle sprain, the Patriots are turning to a familiar face to lead the offense.
Backup quarterback Brian Hoyer is set to start against the Packers on Sunday. The 36-year old last started for New England in Week 4 of 2020, after then-starter Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19 prior to that week’s game against the Chiefs.
Hoyer struggled in the 26-10 loss, going 15 of 24 for 130 yards and no touchdowns while committing two costly turnovers.
Here are four things to know about Hoyer.