There could very well be a quarterback battle brewing in New England this season, but one former New England Patriots signal-caller thinks rookie Mac Jones has a future with the franchise.
Matt Cassel, who got his start in the NFL as Tom Brady’s backup from 2005-07 before he was thrust into the starting role upon Brady’s season-ending injury in 2008, said he expects a lot from the No. 15 pick.
Here’s what Cassel said on the “Upon Further Review” podcast from NBC Sports Boston, as transcribed by Ryan Hannable of WEEI:
“My expectations are high for Mac Jones, but at the same time I know he has time to develop, which is nice for him because it?