For the first time in 2022, the New England Patriots were back in game action as the preseason schedule opened up against the New York Giants and former coach Brian Daboll.
Although most of the projected opening week starters didn’t suit up, the game provided opportunities for bubble players and rookies to show off their abilities to the coaching staff.
Quarterback Brian Hoyer got the start for the Patriots and completed 5/8 passes for 59 yards and a touchdown. In relief, rookie Bailey Zappe was 19 of 32 for 205 yards with a touchdown.